Battery life. How long.......
08-23-2008, 09:56 AM
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do they typically last on a e60, specifically and 545i? How many months or miles can be expected? I am thinking, if approaching the end of normal life, that a little PM and getting it replaced before it dies might be the prudent thing to do rather than having it die on me who knows where.
08-24-2008, 09:27 AM
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My Ride: 2011, X6 Hybrid . Alpine White , every option. 20" Conti' NON runflats,OEM trunk spoiler , LUX V3 AE's , HP Thunder Fogs , custom front bumper reflector delete........
Something to consider is a battery charger,we use one when one of our cars sits idle for more than a week.Both of us have experienced severe battery drain and this has been a great solution......... good luck
08-24-2008, 09:39 AM
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In my experience, the battery typically lasts only about 4 years.. I haven't had any problems with my E60 (yet, fingers crossed) but my E39 I had to change it twice...and the OEM battery isn't cheap...
08-24-2008, 11:02 AM
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Originally Posted by bradleyjs' post='653312' date='Aug 25 2008, 03:39 AM
...and the OEM battery isn't cheap...
+1!! Had to change my battery around 1 and a half years ago and it set me back $420 AUD
08-25-2008, 05:27 AM
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Most batterys in general are anywhere in the 3 to 5 year area. Many last longer and few die younger.
There has been discussions on here on non OEM batteries that work just fine (do a quick search and few things should come up).
There has been discussions on here on non OEM batteries that work just fine (do a quick search and few things should come up).
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Originally Posted by Phil75070' post='653800' date='Aug 25 2008, 09:14 AM
What has been anyone's experience using a battery "tender"? Do they really extend battery life like they claim?
08-25-2008, 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by juan2mini' post='653919' date='Aug 25 2008, 11:49 AM
I just replaced mine, my car is almost five years old. I figured the battery would die at the worst possible time. The peace of mind cost $330.
Mine lasted 4 years and 6 months. Paid around $170 for Interstate battery
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