Fig. 188: Identifying AGM Battery
Introduction
In September 2002, the first so-called VRLA batteries, better known as AGM
batteries came into use. (VRLA
means V alve R egulated L ead A cid, i.e. lea
A vehicle battery is constructed for the installation location and the
individual power requirements of the
particular vehicle. These individual power requirements depend on the
motorization and dif
WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling vehicle battery.
Follow instructions FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY !
Observe notes on POWER SUPPLY /on intelligent battery sensor (IBS).
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Minimum workshop equipment requirements in order to ensure the correct and
expert performance of body
repairs:
The tools listed below must be used.
All repair stages:
TOOL SPECIFICATION
Repair stage 1:
TOOL SPECIFICATION
Repair stage 2:
TOOL SPECIFICATION
Repair stage 3:
TOOL SPECIFICATION
IMP
IMPORTANT: Steering box:
Check connection of steering box for corrosion, clean contacts if necessary.
The steering box must be replaced if the corrosion is too far advanced.
Connecting line:
In the event of moisture/corrosion inside the two plug connections, check the
insulation of the connecting