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61 20 900 Disconnecting and connecting battery negative lead

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WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  for handling vehicle battery.
Follow instructions FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY !
Observe notes on POWER SUPPLY  / on intelligent battery sensor (IBS).

Necessary preliminary tasks 

Loosen nut (1).

Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ .

IMPORTANT: Do not under any circumstances use force to pull off negative terminal.

Detach battery negative lead with IBS towards top, lay to one side and secure.

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Nut
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