It may not be the best practice, but I use two pairs of pliers (make sure
they are insulated) to grab the two terminals and lift it straight up.
When you put the new battery back in, use a piece of nylon webbing wrapped
around the battery like a strap to lower it into place and leave it there.
The next time you have to remove it, you can just use the strap.  Wal-Mart
and camping places sell this stuff.  Or if you have an old ripped up back
pack or duffel bag, cut you off a piece.

David Wilhite
84' Westfalia

> [Original Message]
> From: Stu Schwartz <sschwartz@OS2BBS.COM>
> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
> Date: 2/11/03 7:13:06 PM
> Subject: Battery went dead
>
> Okay...so the battery is pretty dead and I need to replace it...why is it
so x%^*$$&) hard to get it out of the little box under the passenger seat.
What is the
> secret!  The seat is currently turned sideways with the back against the
side door.  I disconnected the cables...I can't pull it out!!!!! Any ideas?
>
>
>
> --peace--
>     stu