2003 BMW X5 The battery

Tiny
BRADFORD COX
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  • 2003 BMW X5
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 68,000 MILES
Is the battery that comes with the X5 special? Do you have to get another BMW battery? Or can I borrow the one out of my Rav 4 to get it started?
Monday, November 10th, 2008 AT 9:48 PM

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Tiny
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Hi there,

This car will have a DIN type battery, you will see that the battery post are no higher than the battery case, ad if you fit a more conventional battery it may cause a problem, just be aware of metal striking the pos terminal as this will cause a flash and can often destroy electrical equipment, I would be fitting the correct battery.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Monday, November 10th, 2008 AT 11:56 PM

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