61 12 002 Replacing battery positive lead (from battery to luggage compartment connector)
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WARNING:
Observe safety instructions
for handling vehicle battery.
Follow instructions on intelligent battery sensor (IBS) .
Follow instructions on intelligent battery sensor (IBS) .
IMPORTANT:
Do not under any circumstances pull or lever safety battery terminal off by force.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Open cover and release nut (2). Tightening torque, see 61 21 2AZ in 61 21 BATTERY WITH TERMINAL .
Open cover (3) and slacken nut underneath. Tightening torque, see 61 21 1AZ in 61 21 BATTERY WITH TERMINAL .
Using a suitable tool, expand locking bracket (4) at lower end and clip out.
Raise distribution box slightly and remove safety battery terminal.
Unclip cover (1) from cable lug mounting.
Slacken nut (2). Tightening torque, see 61 12 3AZ in 61 12 AUXILIARY CABLE .
Disconnect battery positive lead .
Installation:
Risk of short circuits!
Make sure battery positive lead is correctly seated on cable lug mounting.