BMW Saloon 3 Series Owner's Handbook Manual page 380

MOBILITY
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Keep away from children.
Risk of acid burns: wear gloves,
do not tilt the battery.
Rinse any splashes of acid with
water immediately. If acid comes
into contact with eyes or is swal‐
lowed, seek medical attention
immediately.
No direct sunlight, no frost.
Follow the user manual.
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 an authorised work‐
shop. If the battery is not replaced correctly, the
vehicle may not recognise it properly and perfect
functioning cannot be guaranteed.
Safety note
DANGER
Touching live components can result in an
electric shock. There is a danger of injury or
even death. Do not touch any components that
could be live.
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Replacing parts
Notes on removal
Observe the following notes on removing the ve‐
hicle battery:
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Notes on installation
Observe the following notes on installing the ve‐
hicle battery:
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Initial operation
The battery is operational. No special precau‐
tions are required for start-up.
Charging the battery
General
Ensure the battery is sufficiently charged to
guarantee the entire lifetime of the battery.
Charge the battery under the following circum‐
stances:
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The following conditions can have a negative ef‐
fect on battery output:
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Park the vehicle and switch off consumers.
First disconnect the power at the negative
terminal. Then disconnect the power at the
positive terminal.
Remove any foreign bodies from the battery
holder.
Only install the battery in the intended posi‐
tion in the vehicle.
Keep the battery and vehicle connection con‐
tacts clean.
First connect the power at the positive termi‐
nal. Then connect the power at the negative
terminal.
Use the connections, connectors and covers
provided.
Connect a hose to the gas outlet opening if
necessary.
If the inspection glass on the top of the bat‐
tery is black.
If there is insufficient starting capability.