FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Battery

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331)


Always follow the instructions regarding disconnecting and connecting the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

Removing

- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Remove the battery case wall in - direction of arrow -.






- Remove the bolt - 1 - and then remove the clamping plate - 2 -.






- Fold up the handles - arrows - and remove the battery.






Installing


If the Battery is not secured properly, the following risks are possible:

Shortened battery service life due damage caused by vibration (explosion hazard).

If the battery is not secured properly, the plates inside the battery can get damaged.

Damage to battery casing caused by clamping plate (possible electrolyte leakage, high subsequent costs).

Inadequate crash safety.

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- Tighten the threaded connections to the tightening specifications. Refer to => [ Battery Overview ] Battery Overview.

- Make sure the battery is secure after installing it.

- Connect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.