Disconnecting And Connecting The Battery

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WARNING: Caustic fluids

Danger of chemical burns

→ Avoid contact with caustic fluid.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

→ Ensure that there is good ventilation.

→ If you do come into contact, wash off immediately with plenty of warm water and contact a doctor if necessary.

WARNING: Static battery charge

Battery can explode
Electrical discharges

→ Do not rub the battery with a dry cloth.

Information

Switch off all loads and remove the ignition key.

Do not disconnect the battery while the engine is running.
Disconnect and reconnect battery with extreme caution.
Do not rub the battery with a dry cloth.

The battery is located at the front in the radiator tank.

Open the turn-lock caps -A- of the battery cover and take off the plastic lid.

Fig 1: Removing Battery Cover
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Information
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Battery Negative Cable
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Route or isolate negative cable so that all contact with a ground carrier (e.g. body) is avoided.
Screwing ground strap onto battery:
Connect the negative cable. → M6: 5 Nm (3.5 ftlb.)
Position the battery cover and secure by means of the two turn-lock caps -A- .

Fig 3: Positioning Battery Cover
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