2006 BMW 750Li Repair Question
Topics covered: Battery, Alternator, Mechanic.
Mileage: 45,000 miles.
Mileage: 45,000 miles.
Asked on December 13, 2011
Does it matter if I don't use a battery from BMW?
I have been experiencing crackling noises over the speakers and GPS and radio cutting in and out. Also the idrive toggle will not have the same resistance when I go to use it right after starting the car. After driving all systems seem to come back. Battery was tested and voltage was 10. My mechanic (not a BMW tech) says the battery isn't holding a charge and needs to be replaced because of age. Can the problem be anything else like a short or something?
Asked by ESPO 1Answer
Replied on December 13, 2011
The battery will need replacing, check all earths and the alternator output, the battery does not have to be a BMW genuine unit, just as long as it is the correct size for your car.
