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Where is the battery located in the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer?

Model: BMW Serie 2 F45 - Years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Part: Battery

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In this video, you can see where the battery is located in the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and how to proceed if you need to replace it. As shown, the battery is positioned inside the engine compartment, specifically beneath the plastic cover located right behind the air filter housing.

Before accessing the battery, ensure that the key is not in the ignition, then open the hood and remove the air filter housing.

Next, remove the transverse plastic cover, disconnect both terminals starting with the negative, and unscrew the various mounting bolts. To install the replacement, simply follow the reverse procedure.


Updated on 7 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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