X marks the spot
The short-lived Mercedes-Benz bakkie lasted a few years before being discontinued in South Africa. With mostly Nissan underpinnings the mechanical workings of the X Class are actually quite easy to work on despite having the three pointed star on the bonnet.
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Replacing a car battery on the X Class is a straightforward task, requiring minimal tools as well as some elbow grease, and we can show you how it's done.
You will need:
- Replacement battery of correct amperage and size
- 10mm socket + driver or wrench
Let's get it done
1. Open the bonnet
2. Locate the battery
3. Use the 10mm to remove the negative (-) terminal
4. Use the 10mm to remove the positive (+) terminal
5. Use the 10mm to remove the hold down bracket
6. Exchange battery (Disconnecting the battery without a memory saver will erase all settings in the onboard computer)
7. Assemble in reverse order
