2005 Dodge Viper Owner's Manual - Page 172

172 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Remove the floor portion of the trunk carpet to gain access to the battery. 2. Remove the battery cover mounting screws and remove the battery cover. 3. Remove the negative battery cable post and then remove the positive battery cable post connection. 4. Remove or loosen the battery retainer clamp and bolt. 5. Lift out the battery. 6. Clean out the battery tray area, freeing area of dirt, stones and battery acid. 7. Clean and inspect the battery terminals and replace if parts are damaged or unusable. 8. Place the battery in the tray. Battery Location To service the battery: 1. Locate the battery compartment inside the trunk. 9. Tighten the battery retainer clamp and bolt down. 10. Tighten the positive battery post and then tighten the negative battery post. 11. Install the battery cover and tighten down the screws.