Diesel Engine

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 air filter housing with the mass airflow sensor (G70) and connecting tube.

- Remove the battery jacket - 1 -.






- Remove the bolt - 4 - and the clamping plate.






- Remove the battery - 2 -.






Installing


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

• Shortened battery service life due to vibration damage (explosion hazard).

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

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

• Inadequate crash safety.

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- Tighten the threaded connections to the tightening specification. Refer to => [ Battery (A) Overview ] Battery (A) Overview.

- Make sure the battery is secure after installing it.

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

- Adapt the battery using the (Vehicle diagnostic tester) after replacing it. Refer to => [ Battery (A), Adapting ] Programming and Relearning.


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