Mini 2004 Cooper - Manual (Page 126)

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BATTERY
Location in the MINI COOPER
The battery is located in the engine com-
partment.
Exact location, refer to page 96 .
Location in the MINI COOPER S
The battery is located in the cargo area
under the floor mat.
Battery care
The battery is absolutely maintenance-free,
that is, the original electrolyte will normally
last for the service life of the battery under
moderate climatic conditions.
For all questions regarding the bat-
tery, please consult your MINI
Dealer. <
Charging the battery
Only charge the battery in the vehicle via
the terminals in the engine compartment
with the engine switched off, refer to
'Jump-starting', page
126 ff.
Disposal
Return used batteries to a recycling
point or your MINI Dealer. Maintain
the battery in an upright position for trans-
port and storage. Secure the battery to pre-
vent it from tilting during transport.
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