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61 20... Disconnecting and connecting battery earth lead (auxiliary battery)

WARNING: High-voltage system - danger to life!
The following points must be strictly observed prior to starting work  :
WARNING: Observe SAFETY INFORMATIONS for handling battery.
Follow instructions for DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .
Follow instructions on INTELLIGENT BATTERY SENSOR (IBS) .

Remove service flap (1) from luggage compartment trim panel on the right.

Fig 1: Removing Service Flap From Luggage Compartment Trim Panel On Right
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IMPORTANT: Before disconnecting the battery earth lead, it must be ensured that the vehicle goes to sleep. Observe a waiting period of at least 2 minutes.
IMPORTANT: Do not under any circumstances detach or lever off intelligent battery sensor (2) from battery by force.

Loosen nut (1).

Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ .

Remove intelligent battery sensor (2) from battery and secure to side.

Fig 2: Identifying Intelligent Battery Sensor And Nut
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