Disconnecting The Battery

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Switch off all loads and remove the ignition key.

• Do not disconnect the battery while the engine is running. 
• Disconnect and re-connect battery with extreme caution. 

Information 

The battery is located under the driver's seat.

1. Detach and fold over carpet in front of the driver's seat.

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2. Screw off ground strap at the ground point in front of the driver's seat: 
3. Risk of short circuit! Screw off the ground strap -2-  at the ground point -1-  under the driver's seat in front of the battery box.

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   Ground point

4. Route or isolate the ground strap -2-  so that all contact with a ground carrier (e.g. body, battery terminal) is avoided.