61 21 010 Remove and install or replace battery

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WARNING: Observe SAFETY INFORMATIONS for handling vehicle battery.

To ensure the correct safety and convenience functions, install only the original battery (battery size and type) stored in the vehicle order. OBSERVE NOTE ON BATTERY REPLACEMENT .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX

Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ .

Detach vent hose from battery.

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

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

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Terminal Nut

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NOTE:

Always route degassing line (1) at a downhill gradient outwards to prevent any siphoning action!
Image A depicts an incorrect installation, figure B depicts a correct installation.

Fig 2: Identifying Battery Degassing Line

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Release screw (1) and remove holder (2).

Tightening torque 61 21 5AZ .

Pull out battery.

Installation note:

Make sure battery is correctly seated in mounting.

Fig 3: Identifying Battery Holder And Screw

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Replacement:

Vehicles with intelligent battery sensor (IBS)

NOTE: If Check Control message is present:

Delete fault memory