Battery in engine compartment, disconnecting and reconnecting: Disconnecting

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Wrench V.A.G. 1331

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Torque wrench VAG 1331 or (equivalent 5 - 50 Nm)

Heed CAUTIONS listed above

Fig 2: Pushing Cover Over Battery Toward Right And Removing It Upward

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Slide battery cover to right - arrow 1 - and lift off - arrow 2 - (where applicable).

Fig 3: Locating Battery Ground Strap

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Disconnect negative ( - ) terminal - arrow - from battery post.