Mopar 5183454AA Battery-Flashlight

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Start by removing the battery hold-down clamp. Unscrew the hold-down bolt and remove the clamp. Carefully lift out the heavy battery.

Some systems on the vehicle require battery power to be available at all times, either to maintain continuous operation or to maintain control unit memory. When the battery is disconnected, the power that maintains these systems is cut. Therefore, it is important to take precautions before disconnecting the battery, such as removing the key from the ignition and keeping it with you to prevent it from getting locked inside if the power door locks engage accidentally when the battery is reconnected. Alternatively, memory-saver devices can be used to avoid these problems. These devices, typically plugged into the cigarette lighter and connected to a spare battery, provide sufficient current to maintain audio unit security codes, PCM memory, and power to always hot circuits like the clock and radio memory circuits. To disconnect the battery for service procedures requiring power to be cut from the vehicle, simply loosen the cable clamp nut and disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. It is important to isolate the cable end to prevent accidental contact with the battery terminal.

Look at the indicator eye on the top of the battery (if equipped). A green indicator eye means the battery is 75 to 100 percent charged, black indicates 0 to 75 percent charged, and clear or bright indicates low electrolyte level. Maintenance-free batteries with clear indicator eyes should be replaced, while low-maintenance batteries with removable cell caps can have distilled water added to the correct level. Perform an open-voltage circuit test using a voltmeter to check the battery voltage, ensuring the surface charge is removed for accurate measurement. A fully charged battery should have at least 12.4 volts. Charge the battery if the voltage is lower. Perform a battery load test with a battery load tester to assess the battery's ability to handle heavy amperage draw. A fully functional battery should not drop below 9.6 volts during the test.

Install a memory saver device to avoid reprogramming several of the vehicle's systems. Remove the air filter housing fresh air duct by rotating the retaining clips and taking out the duct. Disconnect the negative battery cable, followed by the positive cable, from the battery. Unscrew the bolt and remove the hold-down clamp from the bottom edge of the battery. Lift out the battery using special battery removal tools available at auto parts stores for easier handling. Installation involves connecting the positive cable first, followed by the negative cable. If equipped, transfer the battery insulator to the new battery when replacing. For the battery tray, remove the battery, followed by the tray liner if one exists. Finally, remove the battery tray fasteners and lift the tray out. Installation follows the reverse order of removal.