Precautions During Maintenance

Do not work in or near the battery compartment or on any other electrical component of the vehicle while charging the batteries.

Before servicing the vehicle’s electrical system, always disconnect the service disconnect first, then disconnect any electrical accessory connections, then disconnect the negative cable from the 12-volt battery, then disconnect the negative terminal from the main battery pack. For more information about disconnecting the service disconnect, see the Service Disconnect section for details.

Always follow all safety instructions in the maintenance portion of this owner’s manual, as well as the following:

• Park the vehicle on an level surface.

• Make sure the vehicle is properly immobilized before beginning any maintenance.

• Always block the chassis securely before working under the vehicle.

• Turn the key off and remove it from the vehicle.

• 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.