Charging the Battery

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When you find corrosion, clean the battery terminals by applying a baking powder and water solution. Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion.

When replacing the battery, the replacement must be of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.

The battery installed in this vehicle is specifically designed for a model with Auto Idle Stop*.
Using a battery other than this specified type may shorten the battery life, and prevent Auto Idle Stop* from activating. If you need to replace the battery, make sure to select the specified type and size. Ask a dealer for more details.

The Vehicle Stability Assist^TM (VSA^®) system, Vehicle Stability Assist^TM (VSA^®) OFF*, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow*, safety support, and low tire pressure/ TPMS* indicators may come on in amber along with a message in the gauge when you set the power mode to ON after reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system. Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.

* Not available on all models