Battery, Repairing a flat tire – BMW M3 Coupe 2004 User Manual

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Even if the tire fails to hold the
pressure, you should still carry out

Step 3 before proceeding to drive the
vehicle again, refer to Distributing the
sealant for more information. Then
repeat Steps 1 through 3.
The use of the M Mobility system may
be ineffective if the damaged area in
the tire is larger than approx. 1/8 in /
4 mm. Please consult the nearest BMW
center if the tire cannot be temporarily
repaired with the M Mobility system.

3. Unscrew the hose from the valve and

stow the M Mobility system in the
luggage compartment. Screw the
dust cap onto the valve again.

Do not exceed the maximum
speed limit described below, oth-

erwise it could lead to accidents.

When you start driving again, do not
exceed the permissible maximum
speed of 45 mph / 80 km/h.

You will find corresponding
instructions for using the

M Mobility system on the device.
Replace the defective tire as soon as
possible and have the new wheel bal-
anced. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor,
and refer to page

for further informa-

tion. Have the M Mobility system
refilled. Contact your BMW center for
this.

Protect valve stems against dirt using
screw-on dust caps. Dirty valve stems
frequently lead to slow pressure loss.

Battery

Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.

Maintenance

The battery is completely maintenance-
free. That means that the original bat-
tery acid will normally last for the ser-
vice life of the battery under moderate
climate conditions.

Please consult your BMW center
whenever you have any questions

concerning the battery.

Charging the battery

Charge the battery in the vehicle only
when the engine is not running. Use the
connections provided in the engine
compartment. For information on the
connections, see Jump-Starting,
page

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Disposal

Return used batteries to a recy-
cling point or your BMW center.

Maintain the battery in an upright posi-
tion for transport and storage. Secure
the battery against tilting in transit.

Repairing a flat tire