61 21 010 Removing and installing or replacing battery

WARNING: Observe safety instructions for handling vehicle battery.
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:

Detach vent (1) in direction of arrow.

Open cover (2) and release nut (3). Tightening torque, see 61 21 1AZ in 61 21 BATTERY WITH TERMINAL .

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

Release screws (4, 6) and remove brackets.

Release screw (5) and remove holder.

Lift battery out of luggage compartment.

Installation:

Make sure battery is correctly seated in associated fixture.

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Bolt, Nut And Screw

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