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61 12 002 Replacing battery positive lead (from battery to luggage compartment connector)

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WARNING: Observe Safety Instructions   for handling vehicle battery.

Notes and instructions on Intelligent Battery Sensor IBS.  

IMPORTANT: Do not under any circumstances pull/lever safety battery terminal off by force.

Crash protector must be reinstalled!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Disconnect plug connection (1) on safety battery terminal (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Safety Battery Terminal
G04753226Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Open cap (1) and release nut underneath.

For tightening torque refer to 61 12 1AZ  in 61 12 AUXILIARY CABLES/LEADS .

Remove cable lug mounting from positive battery lead (2).

WARNING: Risk of short circuits!

When installing, ensure:

  • Correct screw connection
  • Correct seating of cable lug mounting on positive battery lead (2)
  • For tightening torque refer to 61 12 1AZ  in 61 12 AUXILIARY CABLES/LEADS .

Fig 2: Identifying Positive Battery Lead And Cap
G04753227Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.