Battery; Fuses - BMW 525I SEDAN Owner's Manual

Battery

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Battery posts, terminals and other
components contain lead and lead
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Battery care
The battery is maintenance-free, that is,
the original electrolyte will normally last
for the service life of the battery under
moderate climatic conditions.
For all questions that regard the
battery, please consult your BMW
center. The battery is completely main-
tenance-free; the following section is
provided for your information
Do not disconnect the battery
when the engine is running, as the
ensuing voltage surge would damage
the vehicle's onboard
Charging the battery
When charging the battery in the
vehicle, leave the engine off at all times.
Connect the charge cables to the termi-
nals in the engine compartment (for
terminal locations, refer to "Jump-
starting" on page 162.
Return used batteries to a recy-
cling point or your BMW center.
Maintain the battery in an upright posi-
tion for transport and storage. Secure
the battery against tilting during trans-
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Fuses

In the glove compartment
Open the glove compartment and turn
the two white quick-release fasteners
to the left.
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