I had a shop from http://BMWmechanicBoca.Com tell me that I may need a battery registered for my BMW
I would like to know if my battery needs registered after replacement in my car . I had another shop at http://BMWmechanicBoca.Com tell me it would need registered but I dont know how .
My car has 62000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hello, thank you for writing in. Typically when you are prompted to register a new part or accessory, you are doing so for the warranty. This is a process of contacting the company and letting them know that you have purchased the battery. Registering lets the company know what date you purchased the battery, and how long the warranty should be good for. You should be able to do this through their website. If you have more issues, you may need to contact the company’s customer service for help. There are not many other practical reasons besides advertising to register a product. If you have any issues with your battery and need further help, contact our service department for assistance.
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The BMW 335i uses an H6 battery that is mounted in the passenger side of the trunk, for which OPTIMA offers a direct-fit upgrade with our DH6 YELLOWTOP.
You use Using a multimeter to measure the voltage of your BMW battery. The battery should have 12.6 volts or more when fully or appropriately charged.
On average, a BMW battery will last three to five years.
Many people wonder though, whether BMW battery replacement and registration is a simple DIY process or has to be done by an expert technician. We say: you can definitely handle the replacement on your own! However, when it comes to the registration — if you`re not a tech-savvy person, let us do the work for you.
All the newer BMW models are equipped with what BMW calls Intelligent Battery Sensors, or IBS, and therefore require battery registration.
You will need a BMW Scanner to register a BMW and follow the procedure below to program the new battery. All the 2002 and newer BMW models are equipped with what is called Intelligent Battery Sensors, or IBS, and require battery registration. Generic OBD-II scanners can not register or program a new BMW battery.
Most battery manufacturers stamp a date code on the top of the battery. It`s almost always the first number and first letter.
With the Carly app, you can register any battery and battery type that is supported for a BMW car. This saves you a trip to the dealer or mechanics! Keep in mind you have to read out the battery first to see if it is supported.
Colorado-based Solid Power will license the cell design and manufacturing processes to BMW, which will pay the company $20 million through June 2024, subject to certain conditions.
On to the type of battery which is very simple to determine with factory original BMW batteries, a white battery is a standard lead acid battery, and a black battery indicates an AGM (Boron-Silicate absorbed glass mat).
Most BMW models use AGM batteries as they allow for faster charging and more power. Newer BMW models also have a computer system for the battery, which requires you to register the battery so that the computer knows you installed a new battery.
Gen6 batteries will be used by all BMW Group brands, ranging from Rolls-Royce to BMW to Mini, following their introduction in 2025. BMW currently sells the i4 electric sedan and the iX electric SUV in India.
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I had a shop from http://BMWmechanicBoca.Com tell me that I may need a battery registered for my BMW
ANSWER : Hello, thank you for writing in. Typically when you are prompted to register a new part or accessory, you are doing so for the warranty. This is a process of contacting the company and letting them know that you have purchased the battery. Registering lets the company know what date you purchased the battery, and how long the warranty should be good for. You should be able to do this through their website. If you have more issues, you may need to contact the company’s customer service for help. There are not many other practical reasons besides advertising to register a product. If you have any issues with your battery and need further help, contact our service department for assistance.
When changing the car battery, do you "register" the battery to the car computer?
ANSWER : Hi there. Changing the battery has nothing to do with programming a battery. If the car was flat dead with a battery that lost all of the power because the dome light was on, then when jumped the vehicle will run fine. What may need programmed when the battery is replaced is the key fob. The key fob will lose programming to the computer as the vehicle computer is reset. However, if a 9 volt battery saver was put into a cigarette lighter and the car battery was removed, then the computer will not lose its memory and be just fine. If you need further assistance with your battery, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you.
Can I buy a Battery for my 2011 BMW 328i from anywhere and IF so would I need to take it to BMW to reprogram it?
ANSWER : There is only one battery approved for replacement into this car and is only at the dealer and then will need to be programmed into the computer at the dealer only. If you put in the wrong or not approved battery then you may have no charge condition and failure of the charging system and battery.
Battery light stays on and overnight battery drain. 2006 Land Rover LR3
ANSWER : Hello – this problem can be diagnosed by connecting an ammeter to the positive (red) battery cable, observe the current drain (likely less than 1 amp), then, one at a time, remove each fuse, check to see if the current drain has dropped to near 0, then reinsert the fuse. This process should identify the faulty circuit in most cases. The specific components on that circuit can then be checked for current drain problems. A professional mechanic, like YourMechanic, can come to your location, and perform this procedure for you, and identify, replace or repair the failing component.
How do I know if the Battery needs replaced?
ANSWER : After the battery was discharged and the battery was jump started the engine stalling is normal until the computer relearns the idle again. If after recharging the battery to 100% the battery should be retested to make sure it passes testing. You cannot test a low or discharged battery and get a good test result. You may not have anymore problems as long as the battery tests good. It may take a few days of driving to get the engine running like it did before running battery down.
Battery light stays on and overnight battery drain. 2006 Land Rover LR3
ANSWER : Hi there – yes, something is going on here that’s draining your battery. Perhaps the pressure of the engine wash dislodged wiring which has shorted, or there was a chemical reaction to the cleaning solution that caused electrical damage in the alternator or voltage regulator. These componnents can be checked off of the vehicle. Vehicle wiring can be diagnosed by connecting an ammeter to the positive (red) battery cable, observe the current drain (likely less than 1 amp), then, one at a time, remove each fuse, check to see if the current drain has dropped to near 0, then reinsert the fuse. This process should identify the faulty circuit in most cases. The specific components on that circuit can then be checked for current drain problems. A professional mechanic, like YourMechanic, can come to your location, and perform this procedure for you, and replace/repair the failing component.
Do I need a new battery on 2014 Volt if it says Battery Saver Active?
ANSWER : The diagnostic test that is typically used to determine if a battery is good or bad is the "load test". YourMechanic can perform such a test in the field, and if your battery turns out to be bad, a certified Mechanic can replace the battery. Only fully charged batteries can be load tested. If it turns out your battery is good, but it is not maintaining voltage in use, there could be a problem with your car’s charging system. At the same time that your battery is tested, YourMechanic can test the output of the charging system. If the battery tests good and the charging system output is within specification, and yet the battery light is still on, there could be a short, or excess current draw on one of the circuits served by that battery. Regardless of what the problem is, if you set you a diagnostic with YourMechanic a certified professional will resolve this problem for you.
BMW needs a new battery. Can I replace it myself? the dealer says no. BMW 2011 750li xdrive
ANSWER : Hi – your friend is correct. As long as 12v is maintained to the vehicle electrical system, preserving all sort of settings and programming (without shorting cables, etc), yes, you can replace your own battery. There are even specialized accessories just for this task. I would recommend a battery replacement by a mobile, professional mechanic trained in this procedure, such as one from YourMechanic, who will come to your location, and swap your battery for you.
