starting troubles

2004 BMW 530I
43,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RMB93
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i just purchased a 2004 530i bmw and it seems to have trouble starting. It does eventually start its just slow. Do you think its an issue with the battery?
Jan 14, 2011 at 3:46 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Quite possible indeed. The age of the battery in a 2004 car might have something to do with it. 6+ years is more than a typical lifespan, you may wish to replace it before it strands you in the middle of somewhere you did not want to be stranded. ?
Jan 14, 2011 at 4:08 PM
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