Negative: Service and Repair

61 12 013 - Replacing battery negative lead





Warning!
Observe safety instructions 61 00 ... Instructions for Disconnecting and Connecting Battery for handling vehicle battery.
Read and comply with notes and instructions on intelligent battery sensor IBS Vehicle Damage Warnings.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove panel for luggage compartment side member 51 47 216 Panel For Luggage Compartment Side Member On Right





Loosen nut (1).
Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ [1][2]Mechanical Specifications.

Important!
Do not under any circumstances use force to pull off negative terminal.

Detach battery negative lead with intelligent battery sensor (IBS) in upward direction, lay to one side and secure.

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.
Release nut (3) and battery negative lead (4).
Tightening torque 61 12 5AZ [1][2]Battery Cable.