Removing 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 reconnect battery with extreme caution. 
• Do not rub the battery with a dry cloth. 

The battery is located in the luggage compartment under the luggage compartment cover/toolbox tray.

1. Pull the vent hose -A-  away from the battery.
   Fig 1: Identifying Central Venting

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2. Risk of short circuit! First disconnect the negative cable -1-  , then the positive -2-  .
   Fig 2: Removing Terminal Clamps

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3. Unscrew and remove the two fastening screws -3-  on the retaining bar -4-  and the two fastening screws -5-  for the rail -6-  .
   Fig 3: Removing Fastening Screws On Retaining Bar

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4. Remove the rail and retaining bar.
5. Lift the battery up and out.