Battery, Connecting

Battery, Connecting

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331)


Observe notes for threaded connections of battery terminals. Refer to => [ Battery Post/Terminal ] Battery Post/Terminal.

• After connecting the battery and switching on the ignition, the ASR/ESP indicator lamp (K155) lights up continuously. The indicator lamp goes out automatically when vehicle is driven a distance straight ahead at 15 to 20 km/h (9 to 12 mph). This activates the Steering Angle Sensor (G85).


Follow the procedure in the repair information when disconnecting and connecting the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

Central battery venting hose must not be kinked, closed and/or damaged. Battery acids pose health risks and are explosive. Carefully route the hose and make sure the battery can vent freely and not into the vehicle interior.

- Connect the positive wire battery terminal clamp - 2 - to the positive battery terminal. Tighten the connections to the specification given in => [ Battery Overview ] Battery Overview.

- Connect the ground wire battery terminal clamp - 1 - to the negative battery terminal. Tighten the connections to the specification given in => [ Battery Overview ] Battery Overview.






- Perform the work procedures in the table.

Work Steps Required After Reconnecting Battery






If necessary, the table can be printed out.