Jetta Sedan L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (BEW) (2005)
Battery: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Batteries With Central Gas Venting
Batteries With Central Gas Venting
Batteries with two different styles of central gas venting are installed:
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Batteries with central gas vent hose
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Batteries without central gas vent hose
CAUTION:
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Only new generation batteries with central gas venting are to be installed!
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For proper function of central venting and flame trap, check vent hose (where applicable) for proper installation. Vent hose must NOT be
disconnected or pinched.
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Only the use of genuine VW battery cell caps ensures the different battery cover systems are sealed correctly.
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Only use genuine VW cell caps of the same construction if lost or damaged.
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Caps must be fitted with an O-ring seal.
Battery Post/Terminal, Handling Instructions
Battery Post/Terminal, Handling Instructions
CAUTION:
In order to prevent damage to the battery terminals and battery posts, observe the following:
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Battery terminals must only be placed on battery posts without using force (by hand only).
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Do not apply grease to battery posts.
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Battery terminals must be securely and fully seated on the battery post before tightening.
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Battery terminals that are torqued to specification must NOT be tightened any further. Terminal damage will result.
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Observe work procedure and Notes for disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals.
Battery terminal -1- and additional terminal -2- tightening torques.