61 21 010 Remove and install or replace battery

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WARNING: Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for handling the 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 work:

Remove POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX

Fold back cover (1) as shown.

Slacken nut (2).

Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ .

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

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

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Back Cover And Nut

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

Tightening torque 61 21 5AZ .

Detach vent hose from battery.

Pull out battery.

Installation note:

Make sure battery is correctly seated in mounting.

Fig 2: Identifying Battery Screw And Holder

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Replacement:

In vehicles with IBS (intelligent battery sensor)

Read out fault memory, clear if necessary.

NOTE:

Check Control message disappears when fault memory is cleared. This requires that the registration is performed first .