61 20 005 Testing battery with battery tester

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IMPORTANT: Check is not permissible for AGM and lithium ion batteries!
Check does not apply to F-series!

WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY INFORMATIONS pertaining to vehicle battery.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove luggage compartment floor trim panel.

NOTE: Use BMW-recommended battery tester* to test the battery.
*Sourcing reference BMW Workshop Equipment Catalogue

Procedure:

Turn off ignition and close doors
Connect battery tester directly to battery terminals
Select Battery test and confirm
Enter vehicle identification number
Enter battery data
Carry out battery test

Fig 1: Identifying BMW-Recommended Battery Tester
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