5.1 Lateral battery removal
CAUTION!
Trapping hazard
Trapping hazard when removing and installing the battery.
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When removing and installing the battery do not put your hands between the
battery and the chassis.
Removing the battery
Requirements
– Truck parked securely, see page 70
– The battery is exposed, see page 44
Procedure
• Disconnect the battery connector
from the truck connector.
• Lift up the battery lock (53) as far as
the stop.
• Pull the battery retaining lever /
ejector (54) up and move the battery
to the side.
• Pull the battery out from the side.
The battery has now been removed.
Battery installation
NOTICE
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Make sure the battery is installed and connected correctly.
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Place the battery cable on the tray so that it cannot be severed when the battery is
inserted.
Procedure
• Insert the battery in the truck.
• Push the battery as far as the stop in the battery compartment.
• Raise the battery retaining lever (54) and pull the battery fully into the battery
compartment.
• Turn the battery lock (53) down as far as the stop.
CAUTION!
Unsecured battery
Unsecured batteries can slide out of the battery tray.
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After installing the battery make sure the battery lock (53) is in place to prevent it
from sliding out.
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After installing the battery again, check all cables and plug connections for visible
signs of damage.
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