Starting aid terminals
Connecting order
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury
from sparking.◀

The so-called starting aid terminal in the engine compartment acts as the battery's positive terminal.
Fold open the cover. To do so, pull the tab.

The body ground or a special nut acts as the negative terminal.
See also:
Switch off the engine during longer stops
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,
at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic
congestion.
Fuel savings are achieved after the vehicle is
switched off for only approx. 4 s ...
Important features in the engine compartment
BMW X5
BMW X5
1. Filler neck for washer fluid for the headlamp
and window washer system
2. Starting aid terminal
3. Coolant expansion tank
4. Engine oil filler neck
BMW X6
BMW ...
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