61 20 005 Testing battery with battery tester
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5, and 2011 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
Check is not permissible for AGM and lithium ion batteries!
Check does not apply to F-series!
Check does not apply to F-series!
WARNING:
Observe SAFETY INFORMATION
on the 12 V battery.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove luggage compartment floor trim panel.
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