BMW 2 Series Owner's Handbook Manual page 330

MOBILITY
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Rinse any splashes of acid
with water immediately. If acid
comes into contact with eyes
or is swallowed, seek medical
attention immediately.
No direct sunlight, no frost.
Follow the operating instruc-
tions.
Explosive gas mixture. Do not
seal any openings on the bat-
tery.
Replacing the battery
General
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
only having the vehicle battery replaced by a
Service Partner of the manufacturer or another
qualified Service Partner or a specialist work-
shop. If the battery is not replaced correctly,
the vehicle may not recognise it properly and
perfect functioning cannot be guaranteed.
Notes on removal
Observe the following notes on removing the
vehicle battery:
▷ Park the vehicle and switch off consumers.
▷ First disconnect the power at the negative
terminal. Then disconnect the power at the
positive terminal.
Notes on installation
Observe the following notes on installing the
vehicle battery:
▷ Remove any foreign bodies from the bat-
tery holder.
▷ Only install the battery in the intended posi-
tion in the vehicle.
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▷ Keep the battery and vehicle connection
contacts clean.
▷ First connect the power at the positive ter-
minal. Then connect the power at the neg-
ative terminal.
▷ Use the connections, connectors and cov-
ers provided.
▷ Connect a hose to the gas outlet opening if
necessary.
Initial operation
The battery is operational. No special precau-
tions are required for start-up.
Charging the battery
General
To ensure the full service life of the battery,
keep the battery sufficiently charged.
Charge the battery under the following situa-
tions:
▷ If the inspection glass on the top of the bat-
tery is black.
▷ If there is not enough power to start the
vehicle.
The following conditions can have a negative
effect on battery performance:
▷ Frequently driving short distances.
▷ If the vehicle is not used for a period of one
month or longer.
Safety information
NOTICE
Battery chargers that charge the vehicle bat-
tery via sockets or cigarette lighters in the
vehicle may overload or damage the 12 V
electrical system. There is a risk of material
damage. Only connect battery chargers for
the vehicle battery to the starting aid termi-
nals in the engine compartment.