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Battery Disconnecting and Connecting






Battery disconnecting and connecting

Removal

Warning! The supplemental restraint system (SRS) is active for a certain length of time after the power supply has been disconnected. Wait for a minimum of 3 minutes before disconnecting or removing any SRS components.









Vehicles with auxiliary battery





Warning! Make sure that the vehicle electrical system is fully depowered and no other power source is connected.

All vehicles

Installation




Torque: Battery cable for battery, 2.5 Nm





Warning! When switching the ignition on first time after a battery disconnect and connect, stand outside the vehicle and reach into the vehicle keeping clear of the air bags operating areas.

Set the clock.