Volvo S60: Changing - Battery - Maintenance and specifications - Volvo S60 Owners ManualVolvo S60: Changing

WARNING WARNING

Connect and disconnect the positive and negative cables in the correct sequence.

Removal

Switch off the ignition, remove the remote key from the ignition slot and wait at least 5 minutes before disconnecting the battery so that all information in the vehicle's electrical system can be stored in the control modules.

  1. Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover.
  2. Release the rubber molding so that the rear cover is free.
  3. Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.
  4.  
    1. Detach the black negative cable.
    2. Detach the red positive cable
    3. Detach the ventilation hose from the battery
    4. Loosen the screw holding the battery clamp.
  5. Move the battery to the side and lift it up.

WARNING WARNING

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!

Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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