Battery check Audi A8 2003 - 2010 | Haynes Manuals

Time

5 minutes

Difficulty

Locate the battery. It is in the boot

Check the Negative (-) terminal clamp is tight. Replace the protective cover

Firstly, check the Positive (+) terminal clamp is tight. 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

Remove this protective panel to check the Negative terminal

To tighten, a 13mm socket is needed. Not too tight as you may damage the battery casing. Replace the air duct

You will need to remove this panel to inspect the battery

Now carefully remove the panel. You should now be able to access the battery

Audi A8