Disconnecting and connecting electrical cables from battery

AR54.18-T-0002CA

Disconnecting and connecting electrical cables from battery

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 the maintenance flap on the left behind the rear axle

3

Position battery isolating switch (1) on "0"

4

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

5

Disconnect battery terminals

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

 First negative terminal, then positive terminal.

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Battery notes

All models

AH54.10-P-0001-01A

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Inspect

6

Check all electrical contacts for damage

 Replace parts or batteries if necessary.

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Connecting

7

Connect battery terminals

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

8

Push in batteries with battery tray (2) and lock

9

Position battery isolating switch (1) on "1"

10

Close maintenance flap

11

Set tachograph, clock and radio

 See Operating Instructions