Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Battery Tray, Removing And Installing: Removing
-- Remove the Battery -A-. Refer to BATTERY, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, ENGINE COMPARTMENT BATTERYĀ .
-- If necessary, remove the air filter housing. Refer to AIR FILTER HOUSING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Free up the wiring harness on the battery tray -A arrows-.
-- If installed, release the retainer in direction of -arrow B- on the DSGĀ® transmission water separator -1- and remove the water separator -1- upward from the battery tray.
-- If equipped, release the retainers in direction of -C arrows- on the NOx Sensor Control Module -J583- -2- bracket and remove the NOx Sensor Control Module - J583- -2- bracket upward from the battery tray.
-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.
-- Remove the battery tray -1-.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- ā¢ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- ā¢ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- ā¢ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- ā¢ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- ā¢ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.