Filling And Charging The Battery - BMW K 1200 LT 1999 Repair Manual

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Clip the cables for the radio remote control and
the loudspeaker into the holders (1).
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Insert the top case plug connectors for the radio
remote control (3) and the loudspeaker (2).
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Insert the removable lining and snap into place.
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Fit the knurled screw with the control cable.
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Plug in the connector (4) for rear seat heating, if
applicable.
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Install the rear seat.
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Tightening torque:
Top case to rear frame ................................... 9 Nm
Rear carrier to frame ...................................... 9 Nm
Rear seat to frame.......................................... 9 Nm

Filling and charging the battery

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Warning:
Battery acid is highly caustic.
Protect your eyes, face, hands, clothing and the
paintwork.
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Open the left-hand side case.
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Release the seat at the front and open.
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Battery acid......................................... Density 1.28
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Charge current (amps)
............................10% of the nominal capacity (Ah)
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Only reconnect the battery with the ignition
switched off to avoid short-circuiting.
Connect the positive battery lead (+) first, close the
protective cap over the positive battery terminal,
then connect the negative battery lead (—).
Make sure that the battery breather hose is not
kinked or blocked.
Battery acid is highly caustic. Do not permit escap-
ing acid vapour to contact motorcycle components.
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Acid-proof battery terminal grease
................................................e.g. Bosch Ft 40 V1
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Release the fasteners (6) securing the battery
tray (7) and remove the battery tray.
Lift the battery off the holder together with the
battery breather hose.
Set the battery down on a level surface.
Top up the battery acid to the "MAX" mark.
Allow the battery to stand for at least an hour.
Shake the battery slightly to allow the remaining
air bubbles to escape.
Top up with acid to the "MAX" mark if necessary.
Recharge the battery or allow it to stand for
24 hours.
Check the acid level and, if necessary, top up
with distilled water to the "MAX" mark.
Replace the battery caps securely.
Make a note of the charging date on the battery.
Caution:
Grease the battery terminals with acid-proof
grease.
Install the battery.
Reconnect the two positive battery cables (5).
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