Disconnect electric cables at battery, connect

AR54.18-T-0002CB

Disconnect electric cables at battery, connect

16.2.12

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Disconnecting

 Danger!

Risk of explosion caused by escaping oxyhydrogen gas. Risk of injury caused by caustic burns to eyes, skin and mucous membranes from battery electrolyte (contains diluted sulfuric acid) or metal spatter due to short circuit. Risk of burn injuries caused by short circuit. Risk of poisoning caused by swallowing battery electrolyte (contains diluted sulfuric acid) or absorption of lead over the skin or orifices

No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking.

Wear acid-resistant gloves and clothing and safety glasses with side guards.

Do not place any conductive objects on the battery and avoid any short circuit from battery positive to ground.

Only fill liquid battery electrolyte (diluted sulfuric acid) into suitable and appropriately marked containers.

AS54.10-Z-0001-01A

1

Switch off ignition

2

Open maintenance flap on right above rear axle

3

Position battery circuit breaker (1) on "0"

4

Open maintenance flap on left above front axle and remove cover panel in battery compartment

5

Remove locks on battery tray (2) and pull out battery tray (2)

6

Disconnect battery terminals

 Avoid unintentional contact between the battery posts, risk of short circuit.

 First negative terminal, then positive terminal.

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Notes on battery

All models

AH54.10-P-0001-01A

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Inspect

7

Check all electrical contacts for damage

 Replace parts or batteries if necessary.

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Connecting

8

Connect battery terminals

 First positive terminal, then negative terminal. Attach protective caps again if necessary.

9

Push in batteries with battery tray (2) and lock in position

10

Position battery circuit breaker (1) on "1"

11

Install cover panel in battery compartment and close maintenance flaps

12

Set tachograph, clock and radio

 See Operating Instructions