61 21 010 Removing and installing battery

Safety instructions for handling vehicle battery.

CAUTION: First disconnect negative lead and then positive lead (danger of shorting).

Open flap in side section at rear right.

Release locking screw (1) and remove battery negative terminal by moving back and forth.

Fig 1: Releasing Locking Screw

Open positive terminal cover.

Fig 2: Opening Positive Terminal Cover

Release locking screw (1) and remove battery positive terminal by moving back and forth.

Installation:

Connect up the battery in reverse sequence. First disconnect positive lead and then negative lead.

Fig 3: Releasing Locking Screw

Release screw (1) and remove battery holder (2).

Fig 4: Removing Battery Holder

Slide battery to rear end wall and detach ventilation hose (1). Lift out battery.

Fig 5: Detaching Ventilation Hose