Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection: Disconnection

2009 Honda S2000 BaseSECTION Disconnection
NOTE: Some systems store data in memory that is lost when the battery is disconnected Do the following procedures before disconnecting the battery
  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code(s) for the audio and/or the navigation system (if equipped)
  2. Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0)
  3. Disconnect and isolate the negative cable from the battery
    NOTE: Always disconnect the negative cable from the battery first
  4. Disconnect the positive cable from the battery
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