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Battery Safety Terminal (BST)

The BST is used to disconnect the battery connection to the starter, alternator and charging post in the event of a collision. This safety measure helps prevents the possibility of a short circuit in the engine compartment causing a fire.

The battery connection to the power distribution box and body electronics is un-affected.

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Safety Terminal (BST)
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