BMW 7 Series: Battery
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Fig. 188: Identifying AGM Battery
Introduction
In September 2002, the first so-called VRLA batteries, better known as AGM
batteries came into use. (VRLA
means V alve R egulated L ead A cid, i.e. lea
A vehicle battery is constructed for the installation location and the
individual power requirements of the
particular vehicle. These individual power requirements depend on the
motorization and dif
WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling vehicle battery.
Follow instructions FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY !
Observe notes on POWER SUPPLY /on intelligent battery sensor (IBS).
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/RENEWING VIBRATION DAMPER (N63)
Necessary preliminary work
Remove FAN COWL
Remove A/C compressor DRIVE BELT
Remove alternator DRIVE BELT
Remove belt pulley for A/C system
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 11 28 1AZ.
Remove belt tensioner with idler pulley (2).
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BOTH INTAKE FILTER HOUSINGS (N63)
Necessary preliminary work
Switch off ignition.
Remove ACOUSTIC COVER
NOTE: Description for intake filter housing. Procedure on right side
identical.
Release clamps (1).
Tightening torque 13 62 9AZ.
Disconnect connector (2) a