External Jump-Starting Aid: Preparation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5 and 2002 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Conform with the following when starting engine with starting cable:
- Ensure that jump lead wires are to appropriate cross-section size.
- Only use fuse-protected jump leads.
- Check whether the current supplying battery has 12 V voltage.
- If engine is started from battery of another vehicle, ensure that there is no contact between the bodies of both vehicles.