Battery Charging
01-25-2013, 03:39 AM
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Battery Charging
I was reading the Bentley Manual and it said do not use a conventional battery charger. Can anyone give me information on this.
01-25-2013, 06:54 AM
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My Ride: 2012 535i X-driveSpace Grey/Black Dakota, Fineline Anthracite Trim; Executive Package (Rear View, Lumbar, Nav, Voice, SIRIUS, HiFi Pro) Technology Package (Hi Beam Assist, Lane Departure, Blind Spot Detection, Surround View) BMW Apps (Apps, Smart Pho
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Perhaps ???, they are questioning using a full charge which could fry some electronics versus using a charger with a 2A trickle charge?? Just a guess.
Surprisingly, my dealer uses the same charger I have to re-charge the batteries on the showroom floor.
It has a 100A quick start, 15A regular charge and a 2A trickle charge.
Surprisingly, my dealer uses the same charger I have to re-charge the batteries on the showroom floor.
It has a 100A quick start, 15A regular charge and a 2A trickle charge.
01-26-2013, 07:36 AM
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01-26-2013, 09:44 AM
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As far as I know, all the people I know including mechanics use trickle charger for charging automotive batteries. I am not sure why Bentley manual advises against that...
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