61 12... Removing and installing battery cover

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WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling vehicle battery.

Removal:

Partially detach seal (1).

Fig 1: Locating Battery Cover Seal

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Loosen cap nuts (1).

Open locks (2) by turning them counter clockwise.

Remove windshield panel cover (3).

Fig 2: Locating Windshield Panel Cover And Cap Nuts

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Unscrew the screws (1).

Remove battery cover (2).

Fig 3: Locating Battery Cover And Screws

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Installation:

Thread in the battery cover (2).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 61 21 6AZ .

Fig 4: Locating Battery Cover And Screws

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Thread in the windshield panel cover (3).

Turn the locks (2) to the right until the stop is reached.

Tighten cap nuts (1).

Tightening torque 61 21 6AZ .

Fig 5: Locating Windshield Panel Cover And Cap Nuts

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Join gasket (1).

Fig 6: Locating Battery Cover Seal

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