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Battery check Volkswagen Golf 2004 - 2008 | Haynes Manuals

Golf

Volkswagen Golf

2004 - 2008
Time
5 minutes
Difficulty
Locate the battery
Check the Negative (-) terminal clamp is tight
Check the Positive (+) terminal clamp is tight. CAUTION If using a spanner to tighten terminal, be careful not to short the spanner on the bodywork
Check battery is generally secure, if loose, tighten the battery retainer
To tighten, a 13mm socket is needed. Not too tight as you may damage the battery casing. If you have to replace the battery or alternator, click below

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