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Battery Fuses
Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.<
Maintenance
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 Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Since the battery is maintenance-free,
the following is for your information
only.<
Do not disconnect the battery
when the engine is running. If
you do so, the ensuing voltage surge
will damage the vehicle's onboard elec-
tronics.<
Charging the battery
Charge the battery in the vehicle only
when the engine is not running. Use the
connections provided in the engine
compartment. For correct connections,
refer to Jump-starting on page 162.
Disposal
Return used batteries to a recyc-
ling point or your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center. Maintain the
battery in an upright position for trans-
port and storage. Secure the battery
against tilting during transport.<
In the glove compartment
Open the glove compartment and turn
the two quick-release fasteners to the
left.
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