Remove the cover of the rear right engine compartment

Loosen the lock (1).
Remove cover (2).

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Covering the vehicle battery
WARNING:
Unprotected battery terminals.
Risk of short circuits! Risk of fire!
- Cover the vehicle battery.
Cover the vehicle battery with the special tool 2 452 007 as shown.

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