battery location BMW 740I 1998 Owners Manual

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HoodTo unlock the hoodPull the lever located at the lower left-
hand side of the instrument panel.
Do not work on your vehicle with-
out appropriate skills. Switch off
the engine and allow it to cool down be-
fore working in the engine compart-
ment.
Always disconnect the battery before
working on any electrical systems or
equipment. Comply with all applicable
instructions and warnings. Failure to
work in an informed, professional man-
ner when servicing components and
materials constitutes a safety hazard for
vehicle occupants and other road
users. If you are not familiar with the
guidelines, please have the operations
performed by your authorized BMW
center.< 380de071
To openPull the release handle and open the
hood.380de635
To closePress down lightly on the hood at the
locations shown in the illustration (ar-
rows) or drop it from approx. 4 inches
(10 cm) so that it audibly engages.
To avoid injuries, be sure that the
travel path of the hood is clear
when it is closed, as with all closing
procedures.
If it is determined that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, stop
immediately and close it securely.< 380de634

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BatteryInstallation location, BMW 740i/LThe battery is located behind the right-
side trim panel in the luggage compart-
ment.
Grasp the handle in the upper panel
and fold it down.380de671
Installation location, BMW 750iLTwo batteries are installed in the BMW
750iL. They are located in the luggage
compartment behind the right side trim
panel.
To check the charge condition or
for removal or installation, please
consult your BMW center.< 380de654
SymbolsYou will find the following symbols on
your car battery. To avoid injury, please
observe the corresponding precautions
whenever you work with or near the
battery.
Please read the following infor-
mation before working with the
battery.
Wear eye protection. Do not al-
low particles containing battery
acid or lead to come into con-
tact with your eyes, your skin, or your
clothing.
Battery acid is extremely corro-
sive. Wear eye protection and
protective gloves. Do not tip the
battery. Battery acid can leak from the
ventilation openings.
Be sure that children keep well
away from batteries and battery
acid.
Never allow sparks or open
flame, and do not smoke in the
vicinity of the battery.
Avoid sparks from electrical cables or
electrical equipment. Turn the key to po-
sition 0 in the steering lock when the
battery is disconnected or connected.