Battery in luggage compartment under spare wheel

Remove spare wheel.

Release screws.

Fig 1: Releasing Air Supply System

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Set air supply system (1) to one side.

Follow instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery. Refer to 12 00... Disconnecting and connecting battery  .

Disconnect battery negative lead.

Disconnect supply cable (1) for vehicle electrical system.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Supply Cable

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