Battery, Replacing

NOTE:

As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

NOTE:

Check the performance of the battery to determine whether it is defective or not. See Fault-Tracing And Testing The Battery .

Preparatory work

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition In OFF Position

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Ignition off.

WARNING:

See Battery, Disconnecting .

Fig 2: Folding Up Floor Hatch

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Fold up the floor hatch.

Unhook the strap.

Push the floor hatch and compartment to one side.

Removal

Fig 3: Identifying Battery Mounting Bracket And Screws

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Remove:

the nut securing the mounting bracket to the floor
the screws holding the mounting bracket against the rear crossmember
the mounting bracket
the protective cover
the drain hose (1) from the side of the battery
the battery negative lead
the battery positive lead.

Fig 4: Identifying Battery Drain Hose

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Detach the battery mounting.

Remove the battery.

NOTE:

For tightening torques, see Tightening Torque .

WARNING:

See Battery, Disconnecting .

Installation

Install:

the battery
the battery mounting. Screw into place
the battery positive lead. Screw into place
the battery negative lead. Screw into place
the drain hose on the side of the battery
the protective cover
the mounting bracket
the screws holding the mounting bracket against the rear crossmember
the nut securing the mounting bracket to the floor
the floor compartment and hatch. Hook the strap into place. Close the hatch.