Removing and Installing/Replacing Battery

61 21 010 - Removing and installing/replacing battery





Warning!
Observe safety instructions Technician Safety Information for handling vehicle battery.
Observe notes on power supply / on intelligent battery sensor (IBS).





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead Disconnecting and Connecting Battery Negative Lead

Security version:

- Remove protective cover from distribution box/battery positive terminal (luggage compartment)





Disconnect plug connection (1) of IBS cable.
Unscrew nut (3). Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ [1][2]Specifications.

Important!
Do not under any circumstances pull/lever safety battery terminal (2) off by force.

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

Release nuts (4) and remove rollover protection (5).





Release threaded pin (1) and remove holder (2).
Detach vent (4) in direction of arrow.
Fold both clips (3) open.
Pull battery (5) back from front fixture and remove towards top.

Installation Note:
Make sure battery (5) is correctly seated in front fixture.





Replacement:
- Read out fault memory, clear if necessary
- Register battery replacement