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DISCONNECTING POWER
1. Position the vehicle on a dry, firm,
level surface.
2. Set the park brake.
3. Turn the key off.
4. Remove the hood. See page 55.
5. Locate the main power connector
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at the lower left front of the
vehicle, below the horn assembly.
Unplug the main power connector.
6. Locate and disconnect electrical
accessory connectors (such as a
heater or a heated windshield).
7. If equipped, disconnect the
negative cable from the auxiliary
12-volt battery.
8. Disconnect the main NEGATIVE
cable from the traction batteries.
Isolate the cable end to ensure the
circuit cannot be completed during
service.
Damage to electrical connections and components will occur if they are
unplugged before the main power connector is disconnected.
Before servicing the vehicle's electrical system, always disconnect the main
power connector first, then disconnect any electrical accessory connections,
then disconnect the negative cable from the 12-volt battery (if equipped), then
disconnect the negative terminal from the main battery pack.
Insulate any tools used within the battery area to prevent sparks or battery
explosion caused by shorting the battery terminals or wiring. Remove the
batteries, or cover the exposed terminals with an insulating material.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
NOTICE
WARNING
WARNING
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