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2011 Volkswagen JettaBattery Location & Size
OEM battery spec from the factory service manual for the Mk6/A6 (2011-2018) (2011-2018).
Quick Answer
Location
Under hood, driver's side
Battery Size
Group H5
CCA Rating
590 CCA
Difficulty: Easy — 15 min
Source: Factory service manual — 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Mk6/A6 (2011-2018).
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- Where is the battery in a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta?
- The 2011 Volkswagen Jetta battery is located under hood, driver's side.
- What size battery does a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta take?
- The 2011 Volkswagen Jetta uses a Group H5 battery with at least 590 CCA.
- How hard is it to replace the battery on a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta?
- Battery replacement is rated as easy — 15 min.