Battery, Disconnecting

Battery, Disconnecting

NOTE: The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Note before disconnecting the battery cable

If the malfunction indicator light in the combined instrument panel illuminates, any diagnostic trouble codes for the engine management system must be read out and remedied before the battery is disconnected.

NOTE: When removing airbag on driver's side, set the ignition key in position 1 when the battery is disconnected, to prevent activation of the steering wheel lock.





WARNING: The SRS (supplemental restraint system) is active for a certain time after the power is cut.

Therefore wait 3 minutes before starting work.

If the vehicle is equipped with remote heater start, the personal code is reset to the factory value (1234) if the battery is dead or disconnected.

CAUTION: Always disconnect the negative battery cable.

Note before connecting the battery cable





WARNING: The key must be in position 2 and no one must be in the vehicle when the battery is connected. This is a safety precaution in case an airbag module activates when the electric power is connected.

Torque: Battery cable for battery, 2.5 Nm

Central locking system

Initiate the central locking system and interior lighting by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control, key or via VIDA vehicle communication.

Engine

If the battery has been disconnected, it may take a few minutes until the engine runs smoothly.

Finishing

NOTE: Set the clock.