BMW 01 41 0 155 307 - Manual (Page 162)

162 n Changing a wheel Battery
Driving with the space-saver tire
Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed
of 50 mph (80 km/h).
You can anticipate changes in vehicle
handling such as delayed braking re-
sponse, longer braking distances and
changes in self-steering properties in
marginal stability limits.
The changes in handling characteristics
will be even more pronounced in
conjunction with winter tires.
Only one space-saver tire may be
mounted at one time. Reinstall
wheels and tires of the same size and
specification as soon as possible.
Maintain correct tire pressures. Refer to
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Installation location
The battery is in the right rear of the
luggage compartment. Release side
trim panel and remove. Fold back the
cover panel.
Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
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Charge condition
You can read the charge condition
of the battery with the "Magic Eye
* "
(= a hydrometer):
> Green: adequate charge.
> Black: not charged adequately.
The battery must be recharged.
Please contact your BMW center
for additional information.
> Yellow: replace the battery.
The service life specified for the
battery can be achieved only if it is
always kept adequately charged. If the
vehicle is primarily used for stop-and-
go traffic, be sure to check the charge
status often.
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