oddity while driving

VinnieAces · 04-30-2012, 02:33 PM

hey guys,

just noticed this today *just started happening*, happened 3 times so far today

While driving i noticed that the radio will cut out for maybe 2 seconds, and for maybe half a second, lights will flash on my speedo cluster.

Is this just a sign that my battery is going to die soon? Or is this the sign to something worse?

Car is an 06, 52,000 KM (32,000 Miles), original battery never replaced.

I do believe I have the issue where the light stays on in my compartment between the two seats as well while driving (could be a contributor to taking up battery juice if this is the case)

Thanks for your input guys

ZStig · 04-30-2012, 02:53 PM

yup. battery or battery terminal connection is loose

VinnieAces · 04-30-2012, 04:01 PM

Hm battery terminal connection you say? I know the battery was unplugged not long ago so maybe it was never connected correctly! Good news good news, thanks a bunch!

BIMMERGUY91 · 04-30-2012, 04:06 PM

Also could be a sign of a weakening alternator. Most likely just a battery though

VinnieAces · 04-30-2012, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by BIMMERGUY91

Also could be a sign of a weakening alternator. Most likely just a battery though

Thanks i'll keep that into consideration if it's not the battery!

BIMMERGUY91 · 04-30-2012, 11:46 PM

Oddly enough after commenting on this my battery died today lol. I got the Everstart MAXX 94R at Walmart for $109.88 and the manufacturer of the Everstart batteries is actually the same manufacturer that supplies batteries to BMW. So you get an OEM BMW battery for a fraction of the cost with a better warranty (3 year free replacement at Walmart vs. 2 year free replacement at BMW dealer)

VinnieAces · 05-02-2012, 12:52 AM

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Originally Posted by BIMMERGUY91

Oddly enough after commenting on this my battery died today lol. I got the Everstart MAXX 94R at Walmart for $109.88 and the manufacturer of the Everstart batteries is actually the same manufacturer that supplies batteries to BMW. So you get an OEM BMW battery for a fraction of the cost with a better warranty (3 year free replacement at Walmart vs. 2 year free replacement at BMW dealer)

wow, i'll definitely keep that in mind! Thanks!

tekmoe · 05-03-2012, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by BIMMERGUY91

Oddly enough after commenting on this my battery died today lol. I got the Everstart MAXX 94R at Walmart for $109.88 and the manufacturer of the Everstart batteries is actually the same manufacturer that supplies batteries to BMW. So you get an OEM BMW battery for a fraction of the cost with a better warranty (3 year free replacement at Walmart vs. 2 year free replacement at BMW dealer)

Good info, thanks for sharing!

BIMMERGUY91 · 05-03-2012, 03:19 PM

No problem just thought I would pass that information along.

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VinnieAces Lieutenant Colonel 92 Rep 1,603 Posts Drives: Imola Red Z4MC Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Ontario, Can iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 Z4 M Coupe [8.00]	oddity while driving hey guys, just noticed this today just started happening, happened 3 times so far today While driving i noticed that the radio will cut out for maybe 2 seconds, and for maybe half a second, lights will flash on my speedo cluster. Is this just a sign that my battery is going to die soon? Or is this the sign to something worse? Car is an 06, 52,000 KM (32,000 Miles), original battery never replaced. I do believe I have the issue where the light stays on in my compartment between the two seats as well while driving (could be a contributor to taking up battery juice if this is the case) Thanks for your input guys __________________ ///M - Some Mods 'N Stuff
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ZStig instagram 997turbotom 279 Rep 7,377 Posts Drives: Interlagos Z4MR Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Delray Beach, FL iTrader: (4)	yup. battery or battery terminal connection is loose __________________
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VinnieAces Lieutenant Colonel 92 Rep 1,603 Posts Drives: Imola Red Z4MC Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Ontario, Can iTrader: (2) Garage List 2006 Z4 M Coupe [8.00]	Hm battery terminal connection you say? I know the battery was unplugged not long ago so maybe it was never connected correctly! Good news good news, thanks a bunch! __________________ ///M - Some Mods 'N Stuff
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BIMMERGUY91 Captain 113 Rep 855 Posts Drives: 2014 335I M Sport Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Huntsville, AL iTrader: (2)	Also could be a sign of a weakening alternator. Most likely just a battery though __________________ 2014 335i M Sport 2010 328i M Sport 2007 Z4MC #1019/1815 (Sold) 1997 M3 (Sold) 1991 325i
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BIMMERGUY91 Captain 113 Rep 855 Posts Drives: 2014 335I M Sport Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Huntsville, AL iTrader: (2)	Oddly enough after commenting on this my battery died today lol. I got the Everstart MAXX 94R at Walmart for $109.88 and the manufacturer of the Everstart batteries is actually the same manufacturer that supplies batteries to BMW. So you get an OEM BMW battery for a fraction of the cost with a better warranty (3 year free replacement at Walmart vs. 2 year free replacement at BMW dealer) __________________ 2014 335i M Sport 2010 328i M Sport 2007 Z4MC #1019/1815 (Sold) 1997 M3 (Sold) 1991 325i
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BIMMERGUY91 Captain 113 Rep 855 Posts Drives: 2014 335I M Sport Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Huntsville, AL iTrader: (2)	No problem just thought I would pass that information along. __________________ 2014 335i M Sport 2010 328i M Sport 2007 Z4MC #1019/1815 (Sold) 1997 M3 (Sold) 1991 325i
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