61 21 010 Removing and Installing/Replacing Battery

61 21 010 Remove and install or replace battery







WARNING:
Follow safety regulations for handling vehicle battery.
Follow instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery.
Follow instructions on intelligent battery sensor (IBS).







To ensure the correct safety and convenience functions, install only the original battery (battery size and type) stored in the vehicle order. Observe note on battery replacement.







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove right cowl panel cover







Loosen nut (1). Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ.
Disconnect battery earth lead (2) and secure at side.
Loosen nut (3). Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ.
Remove positive battery cable (4).
Detach vent hose (5).
Release screw (6) and remove with holder. Tightening torque 61 21 2AZ.
Lift out battery.

Installation note:
- Make sure battery is correctly seated in associated fixture.







Replacement:
- Read out fault memory, clear if necessary
- On vehicles with IBS (intelligent battery sensor) register battery replacement