1993 BMW 525i BMW not sure of the model

1993 BMW 525I
155,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JMANHYPE
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what happened was it got harder to use the windows and hold a charge on the battery, and when i replaced the battery it started again, a few days went by and when i went to drive it the battery was dead. since then i've not been able to start the car.
Nov 2, 2010 at 11:14 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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You have either a key-off draw or the charging system is not performing as expected. Do you have an Digital volt/amp/ohm meter?
Nov 3, 2010 at 9:34 AM
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JMANHYPE
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No i do not but what do you think the cost to repair that on a bmw?
Nov 3, 2010 at 2:13 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Difficult to say for sure, maybe something quite simple like the glovebox light or ? Aftermarket goodies like amps and alarms do their share of mischief. $75 - $100 maybe less, maybe more.
Nov 4, 2010 at 9:50 AM
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