Installing Battery - BMW K 1200 GT Rider's Manual

Lift battery up and out, us-
ing tilting movements if it is
difficult to move.

Installing battery

Switch off ignition.
Place battery in battery
compartment with positive
terminal on left in driving
direction.
Push retaining strap over
battery and install screws 4.
An incorrect installation
sequence increases the
risk of short-circuiting.
Always observe the proper
sequence.
Never install the battery with-
out the protective cap.
First install positive battery
cable 1.
Mount protective cap 2 on
positive terminal.
Then install negative battery
cable 3.
Installing battery compart-
ment cover ( 128)
Switch on ignition.
Fully open the throttle once
or twice.
The engine management
system records the throttle-
valve position.
Setting clock ( 47)
7
129
z