Battery handling instructions

NOTE:

Battery terminals must no longer be greased.
To avoid damaging the battery housing, do not use force when attaching the battery clamps; press them on by hand.

Fig 1: Battery Terminal Nuts

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Tightening torque for battery clamps -arrow 1-: 6 Nm.
Tightening torque for additional terminals -arrow 2-: 6 Nm.
After reconnecting the battery, re-activate and check operation of vehicle electrical equipment (radio, clock and convenience functions etc.) as explained in this article and/or Owner's Manual.