How to replace the car battery on a Mercedes-AMG CLA

We show you how to replace the car battery on a Mercedes-AMG CLA

Lawrence Minnie

7 Jul 2021 · 08:45Car Ownership

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Compact power

The Mercedes-AMG CLA is a fantastic four-door sedan with the go to match the show, it also has a large amount of technology installed that requires a decent flow of electrical power to keep everything running. To keep all the electronic goodies operating you will need a car battery that is in tip-top condition so if the installed gadgets begin acting up it may be time for a new battery.

Changing the battery is relatively easy, and we can show you how it's done in a step-by-step tutorial below

You will need:

New replacement battery for your model (correct amperage)
13mm spanner, 13mm socket and wrench

Let's get started!

1. Open the bonnet

2. Locate the battery

3. Remove the battery cover

2. Remove the negative terminal using the 13mm spanner

3. Remove the positive terminal using the 13mm

4. Use 13mm socket and wrench, remove the hold-down bracket

5. Remove old battery

6. Install the new battery.

7. Assemble in reverse order.

Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more