Just a simple (hopefully) step by step instruction of how to disconnect the high voltage battery, replace 12V battery and program it to your car. BMW i8 Forums BMW i8 General Discussion Anybody know how to get to the 12V battery Thread Tools Bookmarks twitter Facebook Digg Google StumbleUpon del.icio.us My Yahoo! Step 2: Locate the battery compartment on your BMW i8 Ride On Car.
It is usually located under the hood or under the seat, depending on the model. Step 3: Use a screwdriver to remove the screws holding the battery compartment cover in place. Carefully remove the cover to reveal the old battery.
Tech specs, upgrades, and replacement info for the main drive battery, 12V battery, and key fob battery in your BMW i8. I had to replace my 12v battery today after getting p16ea obd code which some said is related to a weak 12v battery. In case anyone wants another cheaper option or has trouble finding a factory battery I found this ac delco agm 50ah 88866037 which is the same spec as the bmw oem battery for the i8.
Spent 150 for the battery vs 300 for the bmw branded one. Some have commented it is the same. Useful Things to Know About Battery Operation It's good to have some clear notions about how the battery works in an Bmw i8.
Read on to make sure you understand exactly what's going on with the battery. A car's battery has the main tasks of starting the car and then supplying power to the electrical consumers. Disconnecting the negative terminal of the 12 V battery The 12 V battery is located in the front section of the vehicle.
Slacken the nut (1) and pull off the battery earth lead (2) upwards. Cover the negative battery terminal to prevent contact with the battery earth lead. However, if you decide to tackle battery replacement on your BMW with a single 12-volt battery, follow these steps: Locate the battery, typically in the luggage compartment but possibly in the.
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