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How to Replace the Battery of the BMW 3 Series E46

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Battery

Today we will discover the main instructions that will allow us to remove and replace the battery of the BMW 3 Series E46 in simple and quick steps. First, open the rear trunk lid and remove the upper shelf, accessing the battery compartment (located under the right side cover); then disconnect both battery terminals (positive and negative) by unscrewing the nuts with a 10 mm socket wrench. Next, unscrew the screw of the mounting bracket located at the bottom; lift and remove the battery, replacing it with a new one!

Updated on 8 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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