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61 21 010 Removing and installing battery

WARNING: Observe safety instructions for handling vehicle battery. Refer to 61 00 ... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING VEHICLE BATTERY .

Necessary Preliminary Tasks: 

Disconnect plug connection (1) of IBS cable.

Release nut (3), tightening torque, refer to 61 21 1AZ in GENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUE - E60 .

IMPORTANT: Do not under any circumstances pull/lever safety battery terminal (2) off by force.

Detach safety battery terminal (2) towards top, lay to one side and secure.

Release nuts (4) and remove rollover protection (5).

Fig 1: Locating Plug Connection Of IBS Cable
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Release threaded pin (1) and remove holder (2).

Detach vent (4) in direction of arrow.

Fold both clips (3) open.

Pull battery (5) back from front fixture and remove towards top.

Installation: 

Make sure battery (5) is correctly seated in front fixture.

Fig 2: View Of Battery In Front Fixture
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