2001 BMW 525 bATTERY LOOSING CHARGE

Tiny
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  • 2001 BMW 525
  • 6 CYL
  • AWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 65,000 MILES
What could be causing my battery to be loosing charge after a thunderstorm?
Friday, June 27th, 2008 AT 8:25 PM

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Tiny
DOCHAGERTY
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I'm not sure how the two could be related. What is the age of the battery? If it is more than 5 years old, I would consider replacement. A parasitic draw test would be a starting place if the battery passes muster.
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Friday, June 27th, 2008 AT 11:31 PM

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