61 12... Removing and installing/replacing positive battery cable at partition seal (engine compartment)

WARNING: Observe SAFETY INFORMATIONS for handling vehicle battery.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Graphics shown on the F20 by way of example, deviations in detail are possible in other models.

Turn locks (1) 90° counterclockwise.

Unlock catch (3).

Remove cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Locks, Catch And Cover

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Slacken nut (1).

Tightening torque: 61 21 4AZ .

Slacken nut (2).

Tightening torque: 61 21 4AZ .

Remove positive battery cable (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Slacken Nut And Positive Battery Cable

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Check that the positive battery cable subsurface (1) is correctly positioned.

Positive battery cable subsurface (1) must face away from partition seal as shown.

In case of incorrect installation position:

Release nut (2) and correct installation position of positive battery cable subsurface (1).

Tightening torque: 61 21 7AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Positive Battery Cable Subsurface And Nut

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Installation note:

Coat positive battery cables (1) at partition seal with contact protection grease.

(Contact protection grease BMW part number 83 19 2 295 229.)

Use a standard flat brush with a width of approx. 2.5 cm to apply the grease.

Fig 4: Identifying Positive Battery Cables

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Unclip cover (1).

Fig 5: Identifying Cover

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Installation note:

Guide and retaining lugs on cover (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 6: Locating Guide And Retaining Lugs On Cover

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Installation note:

Coat positive battery cables (1) at partition seal with contact protection grease.

(Contact protection grease BMW part number 83 19 2 295 229.)

Use a standard flat brush with a width of approx. 2.5 cm to apply the grease.

Fig 7: Identifying Positive Battery Cables

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