Replacing the battery
1. Switch off the ignition.
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 retaining bracket and unscrew
the cover over the battery. 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.
4. Disconnect the negative (ground) cable
first.
5. Disconnect the positive cable and pull the
ventilation hose from the battery.
6. Lift out the old battery and put a new battery
into place.
7. Connect the positive cable first.
8. Connect the negative (ground) cable.
9. Be sure that the ventilation hose is securely
connected to the battery and that the other
end of the hose is properly routed through
the ventilation opening in the floor of the
battery compartment.
Ventilation hose
10. Reinstall the cover and retaining bracket and screw it securely in place.
NOTE
After the battery has been disconnected or
replaced, lock and unlock the vehicle with
the central locking system's remote key to
reactivate such features as the power windows,
moonroof, courtesy lighting, etc.
WARNING
• The battery generates hydrogen gas,
which is flammable and explosive. The
battery is fitted with a ventilation hose
which vents hydrogen gas out of the
battery compartment through a ventilation
opening in the bottom of this compartment.
If the battery must be
replaced, it is essential that the ventilation
hose is properly connected to the
battery and that it is routed through the
ventilation opening provided (see illustration).
• Be sure the ventilation hose is free of
debris.
• Only use replacement batteries equipped
with a ventilation hose. Consult a
trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
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