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Battery: Service and Repair

Battery

Service Repair No - 86.15.01


Removal

NOTE: If vehicle is fitted with a battery backed-up alarm sounder, disconnecting the vehicle battery will cause the alarm to sound.


1. Remove LH front seat cushion.
2. Release clip and remove battery access cover.
3. Disconnect both battery leads, negative first.
4. Slacken securing nuts and move battery clamp, with 'J' bolts aside.
5. Remove battery.





Installation

NOTE: Coat battery clamps and terminals with petroleum jelly before refitting.

1. Position battery and secure with clamp. Ensure J bolts are hooked correctly under retaining brackets on base ot battery box.
2. Reconnect battery leads, positive lead first.
9. Install battery access cover and secure with clip.
10. Install seat cushion.