Battery In Luggage Compartment

Battery in Luggage Compartment

CAUTION!
• Vehicles with battery in luggage compartment is equipped with a battery isolator to increase crash safety. In the event of a collision, the airbag control module triggers a separation, which disrupts the power supply wiring to the starter and to the engine electronics. The battery cut-off takes place pyrotechnically through a very small explosive charge. To prevent accidentally triggering a separation when working on the battery or battery cut-off, you must first disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

• Observe safety precautions when working on battery isolation system. Refer to => [ Battery Interrupt Igniter, Safety Precautions ] Service Precautions.

• Observe notes for disposal of battery isolator units. Refer to => [ Battery Interrupt Igniter Disposal ] Battery Interrupt Igniter Disposal.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331)

Removing

- Disconnect battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Remove central gas venting system hose - 1 - from rubber grommet - 2 -.





- Fold handles - arrows - upward and take out battery.





Installing

CAUTION!
If battery is not secured properly, the following risks are possible:

• Shortened battery service life due to vibration damage (explosion hazard).

• Damage to battery plates.

• Damage to battery casing caused by bracket (possible electrolyte leakage, high subsequent costs).

• Reduced collision safety.

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

- After installing, verify battery is properly seated.

- Reconnect battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Place central venting hose - 1 - on battery and through rubber grommet - 2 - in bottom of battery housing.





CAUTION!
Central battery venting hose must not be kinked, closed and/or damaged. Battery acids pose health risks and are explosive. Carefully route the hose and ensure the battery can vent freely and not into inside of vehicle.

- Tighten all threaded connections to the specification. Refer to => [ Specifications ] Specifications.

CAUTION!
When disconnecting and connecting battery, the procedure must be followed as described in the repair information. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.