BMW 2 Series Owner's Handbook Manual page 331

Battery charger
Battery chargers developed especially for the
vehicle and suitable for the electrical system
can be obtained from a Service Partner of the
manufacturer or another qualified Service Part-
ner or a specialist workshop.
Charging the battery
Only charge the battery via the starting aid ter-
minals in the engine compartment and with
the engine switched off.
With mild hybrid technology: only charge the
battery when the bonnet is open.
For further information:
Jump start terminals, see page 338.
Open circuit
Following an open circuit, some equipment will
have to be reinitialised or individual settings
will need to be updated, for example:
▷ Parking brake, see page 133.
▷ With memory function: save positions
again.
▷ Time: update.
▷ Date: update.
Storing the battery
Observe the following information on storing
vehicle batteries:
▷ Store the battery in a cool and dry place.
▷ Protect the battery from direct sunlight and
frost.
▷ Only clean the battery with a damp, anti-
static cloth.
▷ Store the battery upright and secure it
against falling over.
▷ Install the oldest batteries first.
▷ Do not remove the protective cap from the
contacts.
▷ Charge or install the battery by the date on
the battery label at the latest. Once fully
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Replacing parts
charged, the battery will work for another
10 months.
Mild hybrid technology
Principle
The vehicle's mild hybrid technology includes
a 48 volt battery. Mild hybrid technology can
reduce fuel consumption.
Safety information
DANGER
Touching live components can result in an
electric shock. There is a danger of injury or
danger to life. Do not touch any components
that could be live.
Overview
The mild hybrid technology battery is located
in the engine compartment, under a cover on
the passenger's side.
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