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Battery symbols
Wear protection goggles
See the owner's manual for
additional information
Keep away from children
Corrosive
No smoking, no open flames, no
sparks
Risk of explosion
Battery replacement
Removing the battery
1. Switch off the ignition and remove the
key.
2. Wait at least 5 minutes after switching
off the ignition before disconnecting
the battery so that all information in the
vehicle's electrical system can be
stored in the control modules.
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
compartment.
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.
09 Maintenance and servicing
NOTE
Used batteries should be properly dis-
posed 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 contact
occurs, flush the affected area immediately
with water. Obtain medical help immedi-
ately if eyes are affected.
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