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How to Replace the Battery in the BMW 5 Series?

Model: BMW Serie 5 - Years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Battery

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To replace the battery in the BMW 5 Series, open the trunk to access the components inside the compartment. Once the covering panel is removed, you will locate the battery underneath.

It must be freed from the securing screws and the appropriate power cables. This way, you can proceed by inserting the new device and connecting it. After covering everything with the panel, check that everything functions correctly after the replacement.


Posted on 13 November 2026 by ScegliAuto


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How to Extract the Spare Wheel from a Mercedes Vito

The spare wheel of a Mercedes Vito is located underneath the vehicle, just below the rear boot. This video demonstrates how to extract the wheel from its compartment. First, open the boot and locate the tools provided with the vehicle to release the wheel; these can be found in a compartment on the right side of the boot. As shown in the video, use the supplied screwdriver to remove the cover cap from the hole where you will insert the socket spanner; this hole is located beneath the rubber seal above the rear bumper. Insert the spanner and attach the extension to allow you to turn it and lower the wheel from under the floor. Finally, detach the pin that allowed the wheel to lower and proceed to extract it from under the vehicle.

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