Battery terminal clamp and battery terminal, cleaning

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: VAG 1331

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NOTE:

Do not use rust remover, contact spray or grease because the lack of friction will cause the torque to be exceeded when installing and this will lead to the threaded connection breaking.

WARNING: Danger of injury! Observe warning notes and safety precautions. Refer To Warnings and Safety Measures !

Fig 2: Cleaning Battery Terminal Clamp

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The battery terminal clamp is cleaned with the battery terminal cleaner wire brush using circular motions.

Fig 3: Cleaning Battery Terminal

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The battery terminal is cleaned with the bottom side of the terminal cleaner using circular motions.

WARNING: Danger of injury! Observe warning notes and safety precautions. Refer To Warnings and Safety Measures !

NOTE:

Optimal contact is ensured if the bolted components are tightened to the specified torque after cleaning.