09 Maintenance and service
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Battery
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Symbols on the battery
Use protective goggles
Further information in the
owner’s manual.
Store the battery out of the
reach of children.
The battery contains corro-
sive acid.
Avoid sparks and naked
flames.
Risk of explosion.
Changing the battery
Removing the battery
– Switch off the ignition and remove the key.
– Wait at least 5 minutes before touching
any electrical terminals. This allows time
for the information in the car’s electrical
system to be stored in the various control
modules.
– Remove the cover.
– Disconnect the negative battery lead.
– Disconnect the positive battery lead.
– Undo the front wall of the battery box
using a screwdriver.
– Release the clamp securing the battery.
– Remove the battery.
Fitting the battery
– Fit the battery into position.
– Fit the clamp securing the battery.
– Reinstall the front wall of the battery box.
– Connect the positive lead.
– Connect the negative lead.
– Refit the cover over the battery.