BMW R 1200 GS -, Rider'S Manual

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shop, preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Replacing LED headlight
with LED headlights OE
LED headlights can be re-
placed only as a complete
unit. Consult a specialist work-
shop, preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Replacing LED auxiliary
headlights
with LED auxiliary headlights OA
The LED auxiliary headlights can
only be replaced as a unit; it is
not possible to replace individual
LEDs.
Consult a specialist workshop,
preferably an authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer.
Jump-starting
ATTENTION
Excessive current flowing
when the motorcycle is
jump-started
Wiring smoulders/ignites or dam-
age to the on-board electronics
If the motorcycle has to be
jump-started connect the leads
to the battery terminals; never
attempt to jump-start the en-
gine by connecting leads to the
on-board socket.
ATTENTION
Contact between crocodile
clips of jump leads and
vehicle
Risk of short-circuit
Use jump leads fitted with fully
insulated crocodile clips at both
ends.
ATTENTION
Jump-start with a voltage in
excess of 12 V
Damage to the on-board elec-
tronics
Make sure that the battery of
the donor vehicle has a voltage
rating of 12 V.
Place the motorcycle on its
stand on firm, even ground.
Removing battery cover
(
147).
When jump-starting the engine,
do not disconnect the battery
from the on-board electrical
system.
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