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Removing Battery from Audi A6

Model: Audi A6 MK 2, C5 - Years 1997-2004
Part: Battery

In this video tutorial, you will see the main steps to remove the battery from your Audi A6 second generation. First, locate the battery position under the hood: open the hood and start removing the seal along the hood and the upper plastic grille. At this point, you will have access to the battery: disconnect the two terminals and remove the bolt of the bracket located at the bottom using a ratchet wrench with an extension: this bolt keeps the battery secure. Now replace it with the new one!

Updated on 21 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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