Installing a new battery, 09 maintenance and servicing – Volvo 2009 C70 User Manual

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09 Maintenance and servicing

Battery

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3. Remove the cover over the battery.
4. Disconnect the battery negative (ground)

cable.

5. Disconnect the positive cable.
6. Remove the front side of the battery box

with a screwdriver.

7. Release the clamp holding the battery.
8. Lift out the battery.

Installing a new battery

1. Put the battery in place in the engine com-

partment.

2. Install the battery's retaining clamp.
3. Reinstall the front side of the battery box.
4. Connect the positive cable.
5. Connect the ground cable.
6. Reinstall the cover over the battery.

NOTE

Used batteries should be properly disposed

of at a recycling station or similar facility, or

taken to your Volvo retailer.

WARNING

Never expose the battery to open flame

or electric spark.

Do not smoke near the battery.

Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do

not allow battery fluid to contact eyes,

skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If con-

tact occurs, flush the affected area

immediately with water. Obtain medical

help immediately if eyes are affected.

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