Removing and Installing/Replacing Battery

61 21 010 - Removing and installing battery





Warning!
Observe safety instructions Service Precautions for handling vehicle battery.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove flap in luggage compartment panel Service and Repair on right
- Remove battery cover Removing and Installing Battery Cover
- Disconnect battery negative lead Disconnecting and Connecting Battery Negative Lead
- Remove spare wheel





Unscrew nut (1).
Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ [1][2]Specifications.

Important!
Do not under any circumstances pull/lever safety battery terminal off by force.

Detach safety battery terminal (2) towards top, lay to one side and secure.





Release screw (2) and remove bracket (1).
Detach vent hose from battery.
Pull out battery.

Installation Note:
Make sure battery is correctly seated in mounting.