BMW K 1600 GTL Service Manual download pdf (Page 133)

Charge disconnected battery

via onboard socket.

The motorcycle's onboard

electronics know when the

battery is fully charged. The

onboard socket is switched off

when this happens.

Comply with operating instruc-

tions of charger.

If you are unable to

charge the battery via

the onboard socket, you

may be using a charger that

is not compatible with your

motorcycle's electronics. In this

case, please charge the battery

directly at the terminals of the

disconnected battery.

Charging disconnected

battery

Charge battery using a suitable

charger.

Comply with operating instruc-

tions of charger.

Once the battery is fully

charged, disconnect the

charger's terminal clips from

the battery terminals.

In the case of longer peri-

ods when the motorcycle is

not being used, the battery must

be recharged regularly. See the

instructions for caring for your

battery. Always fully recharge

the battery before returning it to

use.

Removing battery

Remove seat ( 105).

with anti-theft alarm

OE

Switch off anti-theft alarm if

necessary.

Switch off ignition.

An incorrect disconnection

sequence increase the risk

of short-circuiting.

Always observe the proper

sequence.

Remove negative cable 1 first.

Then open the cover and dis-

connect positive lead 2.

Remove screws 3 and remove

the retainer.

Lift battery upwards; if it is dif-

ficult to move, moving it back

and forth will help.

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