2010 Volvo S40 Owner's Manual - Page 224

09 Maintenance and servicing 09 Battery No smoking, no open flames, no sparks 7. Release the clamp holding the battery. 8. Lift out the battery. Installing a new battery 1. Put the battery in place in the engine compartment. Explosion 2. Install the battery's retaining clamp. 3. Reinstall the front side of the battery box. 4. Connect the positive cable. 5. Connect the ground cable. 6. Reinstall the cover over the battery. Battery replacement Removing the battery 1. Switch off the ignition and remove the key. 2. Wait at least 5 minutes after switching off the ignition before disconnecting the battery so that all information in the vehicle's electrical system can be stored in the control modules. 3. Remove the cover over the battery. 4. Disconnect the battery negative (ground) cable. 5. Disconnect the positive cable. 6. Remove the front side of the battery box with a screwdriver. NOTE Used batteries should be properly disposed of at a recycling station or similar facility, or taken to your Volvo retailer. WARNING • • • Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark. Do not smoke near the battery. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately with water. Obtain medical help immediately if eyes are affected. 224