battery

2000 BMW 530
119,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MRWAYNEBROWN
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hi my batery is new and my alternator is new and both have been tested and ar ok but in the morning the batery is dead i av a bmw tourer 3 leter petrol year 2000 can u help thanks
Jan 7, 2011 at 3:10 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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You have a large battery drain somewhere. Use a DVOM and set to DC volts, unplug fuses one at a time until you see the voltage stabilize.

Also check relays, a stuck relay will be hot to touch with engine off.
Jan 7, 2011 at 3:18 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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The likelihood of the drain is the final stage unit for the blower fan. It is located in the right footwell area, remove the carpet trim (it is secured with a Phillips screw) to gain access. Is this a right hand drive car?
Jan 7, 2011 at 3:37 PM
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MRWAYNEBROWN
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ty for ur help ill try that in the morning fantastick sight thanks agen wayne
Jan 8, 2011 at 7:49 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Keep in touch mate!
Jan 8, 2011 at 8:54 PM
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