BMW Battery Registration: How And Why

Getting a new battery for your 2002 or newer BMW? Battery registration is a must! In this video, Dylan explains how BMW battery registration works, why it’s so important, and what the consequences of skipping it may be.
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[@Amanula20]

Hello, i replaced my battery two years ago on my F10 (no stop and start). Did i need to register it with your software. Two years after, is it worth to do it now? Excuse my english,it is not my mother language. Thanks

[@bimmer-tech]

Hi! We always recommend battery registration, however, if you're planning to replace your battery soon, the registration can wait. BMW recommends replacing your battery every 3 years, so once you do it, it will be highly advised for you to register the new battery.

[@achristian7015]

@@bimmer-tech Every 3 years? That is ridiculous! My factory installed batteries have lasted 16 and 14 years in our last two cars. But then they were a Honda and Toyota without a battery monitor on the negative battery post. All this high-tech crap and what does it do? Nothing!

[@yigitturgay8792]

@@achristian7015 makes sense...cause if there is a real battery monitor, why do we need to register the darn thing??? if it's charged, it shouldn't try to charge it harder...should it??

[@spacesoup6797]

@@yigitturgay8792 did you not watch the video ? the reason you reset is because the alternator is programmed to put out a higher voltage as the battery ages which you put in a new battery with reseting the battery it will over charge and cook the battery and all electric components

[@thooke222]

@@spacesoup6797 yes... it is unnecessary tech.

[@thooke222]

This is the single worst feature of modern BMWs. "After 2002 BMW got pretty sophisticated..." But not sophisticated enough to monitor battery health smh.

[@edwardthayer9386]

BMW didn't get to sophisticated if it can't recognize that just the battery has been replaced!🤦‍♂️ It definitely shouldn't be so difficult. Thank you for the video though.

[@kisswelldambamuromo712]

so DME has sophisticted electronics for the battery management but can't sense you have put a new battery.money making system period.

[@xpectz]

Why not just recommend Carly or Bimmercode/Bimmerlink as options for those that DIY?

[@blockzzyontheblock689]

Can you use BimmerCode to register a new battery? I have been looking as I have BimmerCode but can’t find anything about it

[@user-qz6ix7od3b]

how is $119 "a fraction of the cost" of what the dealer asks for, when my local bmw dealer asks for $125 and a local "bloke" does it for $20 :)

[@bimmer-tech]

The price we offer is an average price taking into account all dealers' prices :)

[@jakefromstatefarm9721]

@@bimmer-tech so you take an “average” price vs what is appropriate to the job? That’s a disturbing business model you’ve got going on over there. At least formulate your response to something that isn’t so ridiculous. Tell us your shop rate is $120 an hour and that is your minimum charge, not just taking averages.

[@Aaronur]

In San Jose the deal charges $600 to install and register a battery.

[@StarCarlton]

Las Vegas - $550 for battery, installation, and register.

[@hati8576]

Who the hell is this bloke im looking for him cant find who can do this ?

[@mohammadilyasgajia561]

I've changed my BMW 3 SERIES battery without any coding and 4 years NP issue.

[@Nixcb2]

Yes and I changed mine yesterday and my dashboard lit up with error codes so?

[@Nixcb2]

My dad said "you don't have to do that there is no reason to". People really do think they know everything

[@dbdtrelly14]

@@Nixcb2 same issue bro .

[@bobbyz23]

I don't this applies to 2007 BMW X3 i put a new battery in and everything works well except for some lights that can be reset after installing new battery.

[@adrianolowery3058]

What about unplug replug because my seat belt retriever keeps pulling in rather than extending out

[@ucanoe]

BMW should have intelligent systems that know how much charging the battery requires...having to tell the car is poor management and not responsive to the batteries actual needs as it ages. BMW needs to improve their systems.

[@StarCarlton]

Why would they when they can charge you for it :)

[@thooke222]

Exactly. I've been saying this... frustrating.

[@Edbrad]

That would make too much sense. Got to wait for a few new generations of technology before they add sensible features that should be in the original. They also make it very difficult and confusing to buy your car battery let alone register it. There’s much more obvious ways to let people replace batteries but I’m convinced they don’t want to

[@TheEltonjrboy]

They do this to make us come to the shop bull.....

[@rihamy2nd]

Well, unfortunately the car’s computer can’t know with current “dumb” batteries that a new battery has been installed, nor its capacity until you tell it. Perhaps somewhere down the road they’ll start putting unique identification chips in the batteries that the car’s computer can read and know that a new battery is installed. Of course, that’s not going to happen without a substantial increase in the cost of the batteries. Instead of being a slave to the dealers or these guys or anyone else wanting to charge you $100+ for something that literally takes less than a minute to do, buy an OBD dongle and a coding/diagnostic app (I use BimmerLink and BimmerCode) and do it yourself for a fraction of the cost. Then you can also diagnose trouble codes and code your car’s computer yourself, too.

[@DublinDriftR33]

changed my battery new has new pads and parking sensor and pedestrian sensor changed , still no joy it starts after after hours with the old one in Aswell and soon as i try to start it again it wont work , he deleted the breaking warning light and pedestrian light now theyre back aswell , now im hearing it could be a starting sensor or 3 other possible sensors , all the lights are working in and out radio windows alarm any ideas before i set it alight thanks

[@dazza42UK]

Hi there, Do you have to register the auxiliary battery on a 330e? The one under the hood and not the main battery in the trunk. Many thanks

[@bimmer-tech]

The auxiliary battery does not need to be registered only the main one.

[@mty3606]

I thought it was ok to not register it, but after 3 months my brand new alternator fried from overcharging and must of messed up the voltage regulator.

[@DFWAuto_Hack]

BMW is too much

[@KWN-Cards]

Seems to me that as smart as these cars are nowadays the ecu would learn the battery on it's own. I'm curious on other manufactures having to register new batteries other than BMW or Mini.

[@bimmer-tech]

The car’s battery registration allows the ecu to know the state of the battery and thus prolong its life. It is mostly used in BMWs and MINIs however there are certain cars of different brands that also require the registration of the battery although it is rare.

[@jakefromstatefarm9721]

Totally agree. It’s definitely a scam that BMW built in as a way to force people to bring there car in for service. They call it an intelligent system but it’s far from that. My batteries in the BMWs have not lasted any longer than any other car battery in any other car that I’ve owned that didn’t have such stupid tech in them. Batteries last on average 5 years and that’s what I get out of my “registered” and non registered batteries, so what the advantage? I see none.

[@Zerts2]

@@bimmer-tech That doesn't make sense, the car should be able to self-test the battery. A scam to justify charging $800 for a battery install.

[@tsmatthx2]

No one else does it, BMW just wants $

[@TheEltonjrboy]

@@Zerts2 I totally agree.

[@daviddorado5632]

My e90s battery was replaced about a year ago by previous ownner. I see on the car log was not register any previous replacement, and the battery currently registered is a 90ahm agm while the battery in the trunk is a 95ahm AGm. What would you say i have to do now?

[@bimmer-tech]

Hey! If you want to reduce the risk of the indicated problems occurring, then you should register the battery yourself. But, you can risk a bit and the issues may not mark their presence. The choice is yours :D

[@Chico27]

I had my battery replaced about 4/5 months ago and just last week all these lights on my dashed turned on, my windshield wipers were turning on by itself, my windows wouldn’t go up or down, the radio kept turning off while driving but it would turn on if I made a complete stop, when stopped on the side of the road I checked the battery and it was swollen on the sides, could that be because I never registered the battery ? Or my alternator fried up ??

[@bimmer-tech]

It seems like you have typical electrical problems that might be caused by not registering the battery

[@lytleric]

Do I need to register the battery if my BMW was not equipped with IBS? It's a 2013 E92, without iDrive or BMW Assist, so it does not have IBS.

[@bimmer-tech]

Well, like Dylan says: it lets your DME know that there's a new battery. Your may not have IBS, but it's not crucial here, it's the DME.

[@LexSpaeth]

I have a 2002 BMW 325i do I need to reset after I exchanged my battery? I was reading up that BMWs produced after 2002 need a reset?

[@bimmer-tech]

Correct, registering your battery lets your engine control module (known as DME - Digital Motor Electronics) know that a new one is installed and as a result, the vehicle will reset the old battery statistics and won’t try to overcharge the new battery thinking the previous one is still inserted.

[@vasitudor3481]

Hi. I have a question for you. If the new battery have the same specs like the old one ,need do this process ,register the battery? I think the computer car charge the new battery the same way like the old one right? So for what need to register the battery in this scenario? For somebody make a money or for what reason? Maybe Im wrong ,but I want a clear answer from you.Thank you.

[@bimmer-tech]

Hello, the new battery always requires battery registration. The specs are not the key factor there. All the batteries, despite their size, type, etc. require to be registered, as the used one will not have the same properties, after being used. When the vehicle is operating, the DME adjusts the charging rate to the characteristics of the vehicle’s battery, meaning that after some time the charge rate will be more intense, thus replacing it with a new one, without registering it will result in overcharging it, which simultaneously will decrease its life-cycle. This way the car battery will last longer and the potential problem with too high charging rate could be omitted. After short calculations it can be concluded that it is cheaper to register your battery, than be forced to replace it much more frequently.

[@vasitudor3481]

@@bimmer-tech Don't make any sense what do you said.Do you say the same worlds like technician on dealer .I ask on the dealer and what do you think they said?I can drive the car with out this process ,like one month. What? So I can drive the car one month and nothing happening? The dealer said yes .But after one month need to registering,what do you said.So in one month the computer don't overcharge the battery,nice ,and you ,and the dealer expect me to believe ?No way.I will put on my car a new battery ,but from Autozone,Optima ,and I lelt like that,don't register ,and after few months i will come back and I tell you what is going on. Before I drove an Audi A6 2004 model ,I use optima battery with out register ,and that battery keep me 12 years ,can you believe that?12 years, and I kill that battery myself .

[@wkyaw2003]

@@vasitudor3481 I think you might be right. They often play with scare tactic as most car drivers have no idea or knowledge

[@dee2bomb561]

I have a bmw 320i. It’s been a year+ since I’ve had the battery changed. The car currently has a few of those fault notifications showing up. Should I get a new battery and have it programmed, even though I don’t have the information from the original battery?

[@bimmer-tech]

If the battery condition is good, you can disconnect the existing battery, connect it and get it programmed. If not, just get a new battery and register it :) Cheers!

[@HASAWNTUCKER]

I have a 2004 BMW x3 2.5i 4d SUV is this required for this year and model?? And is it possible that this make your 4x4 light come on ?? I also did a transmission filter change and a oil change, oil filter change, Bosch spark plugs change, and also did a new facelift shift knob. Does all that have to be reset??and could any of that make the 4x4 light come on? And it's on when I start the VEHICLE but when I drive it turns off and 4x4 functions work.

[@bimmer-tech]

All BMW models manufactured after 2002 require battery registration when replacing the current battery. The 4x4 light could come up due to different reasons, although it is very common that it appears after the power is disconnected from the vehicle. You should try resetting the steering angle sensor by turning your steering wheel all the way to one side and then all the way to the other.

[@HASAWNTUCKER]

@@bimmer-tech it's on when I start the VEHICLE but when I start driving it the 4x4 light turns off, then 4x4 functions start working again. When I sit there with engine running it stays on but then I turn steering wheel from left to right In park it turns off when i reset the steering angle by turning the steering wheel. Do you think I should get a bmw scan too like a foxwell? I was told by my mechanic that Maybe it's because the transfer case fluid is low.

[@bimmer-tech]

@@HASAWNTUCKER If the warning is still showing after resetting the steering wheel angle we would recommend you to get your car checked by a mechanic. As for the scanner, we cannot tell for sure if it will help in this case as it is not our product.

[@HASAWNTUCKER]

@@bimmer-tech okay thank you my friend Godbless you

[@alexsalgado5205]

I took my battery out to charge it n put it back in n it’s not working do u know why? It’s like half dead won’t start but lights are dim 2008 328

[@bimmer-tech]

We'll need more info and your VIN to help you out. Please contact our support team at [e-mail]

[@MegaDevify]

So this is purely after 02? Meaning my 00 323 is fine to replace as usual?

[@bimmer-tech]

BMWs produced after 2002 are equipped with battery sensors that monitor it’s age, usage and other parameters, thus after replacing the battery you need to reset these sensors so the battery usage can be optimized. It is not necessary for older BMWs.

[@MegaDevify]

@@bimmer-tech awesome thank you

[@uliseslimon2767]

I have a 2001 bmw 330i so that means that I don’t have to do a battery registration to my car? Just trying to make sure.

[@bimmer-tech]

No, you don't.

[@panjsheri]

Hello what if I get the same battery but used and not brand new and replace my dead battery with it...will I still need to register it??

[@bimmer-tech]

Yes, you will.

[@auntypaulinko]

I need to register my car battery. How can I get this done as I live on a remote island with no mechanic shops available? How can you send the link to me how to contact a technician and get a reset cord?

[@bimmer-tech]

If you purchase our battery registration coding you can add the coding cable to your order in case you don’t have one. Once purchased, you will receive an email with all the instructions and programs you need to schedule and connect with our coding technicians for a remote coding session. Our technicians will take control of your computer and do all the coding for you no matter if you are on a remote island or in the city ;)

[@judgegrowler]

In the olden days (and still in many current model cars) alternators ran all the time and provided charge all the time keeping batteries at full charge... and batteries lasted years. Now I can understand the concept of disconnecting the alternator when at full charge to unload the engine and improve fuel efficiency a little... however I don't understand how running the alternator longer now is reducing the life of the battery considering most cars (and previously BMWs) run their alternators, and charge their batteries, all the time?

[@davidj.3465]

Alternator Job is to Maintain Electrical accessories Not "Charge" the Battery

[@judgegrowler]

@@davidj.3465 Sooo... what maintains the charge in your battery after you draw from it every engine start?

[@davidj.3465]

@@judgegrowler A battery should be at least 12.60 Volts if you " leave " the Lights on for a Hour the with Engine off battery would no longer be at 12.60 volts it will be lower let's say 12.10 volts The alternator will maintain it at 12.10 and continue supplying other electric acc it will not "Charge" it back to 12.60

[@judgegrowler]

@@davidj.3465 Hahaha... I can only assume you are trolling me here now. 😅 Because that is MOST DEFINITELY INCORRECT AND NOT HOW IT WORKS! If you have drained your battery somewhat, either by a normal start cycle or leaving your lights on for an hour with the engine off (as you gave as an example), the job of the alternator is to restore your battery charge back to it's nominal charge... along with running vehicle accessories and electrical systems whilst the engine is running. Given your assertion that the alternator NEVER charges the battery, if this were the case, and the battery were never charged by the alternator, you would end up with a dead battery after a certain number of start cycles. The alternator (certainly in older generation vehicles) provided a voltage between 13.9 and 14.8 volts (14.2 is optimum) and this was supplied constantly to the battery to keep it charged. I understand in newer gen vehicles, such as the BMW here, this charge voltage is cycled by the battery management system in order to unload the alternator and increase fuel efficiency. This gets back to my original question... given that previously older gen car electrical systems always kept their batteries topped up with a constant supply of charge voltage across the battery terminals, and they lasted at least 5 years if not more... why now, if you don't register the new battery, and the BMS now charges the battery for longer than a new battery requires (but still less than a CONSTANT supply like an old electrical system) is the battery life significantly reduced?... unless of course the answer is we are now expecting new batteries to last significantly longer as we treat them better? www.howacarworks.com/basics/how-the-charging-system-works

[@benkr5870]

i like the old style ! new shit is bullshit ! And to save fuel efficiency ...pff for that little bit !

[@12babyapes59]

Do you need to register the battery again if you disconnect it ?

[@bimmer-tech]

No you don't :)

[@alexsalgado5205]

@@bimmer-tech mines died I fully charged it when I took it out n pick it back in it my car was still dead

[@Balabok]

@@alexsalgado5205 This might help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXzHqoejj918rbc

[@C.M1444]

If I remove the battery from my walkman while sitting in my 2009 bmw 528i do I also have to register the 4 AA batteries to the system? Or does it do that by it's self?

[@davidj.3465]

What's a walkman?

[@justiceforall007]

Lol...😂 Good one! Btw, i had a Walkman in the good old 80's.

[@justiceforall007]

​@@davidj.3465A portable radio/cassette tape player with headphones that people used typically when walking, jogging, etc., made by Sony, in the 80's.

[@C.M1444]

@@justiceforall007 I thought he was kidding when he asked what a walkman was

[@chrisbreezy2676]

I have a new battery and didn’t register. The car shut off on me and my key fob got stuck. Now I understand why it’s important

[@jaridhamawi7906]

How long did the new battery last before it died out

[@MrMath2001]

Buy a Lexus and you never have to deal with that kind of nonsense.

[@Xaret1104]

Hi, does this include an older model 2011…?

[@bimmer-tech]

Hi, it includes models from 2002 and newer :)

[@lovelaceddrugs]

I have a 535i that’s been sitting for a couple months but ran perfect when parked. Can I just charge the battery and reinstall without having to code it?

[@bimmer-tech]

Hi! The battery registration is only needed when replacing the battery for a new one, the registration is to let the car know that it has a new battery.

[@lovelaceddrugs]

@@bimmer-tech That’s what I thought. Thank you!

[@silviataylor92]

Hi, Can u put a regular wool blanket on my bmw battery in the winter?

[@flavorwaster]

Yes, but make sure to keep it wet

[@bimmer-tech]

Yes but only if the car is not used or the battery is taken out of the car and stored securely.

[@kurtwm2010]

My 2011 528I's battery is almost 8 years old and works just fine.

[@bimmer-tech]

Great for you pal!

[@JPPerez-tn8xe]

What if I simply want/need to remove the battery then re-install that same battery into the car? Will I have to register the old battery info?

[@bimmer-tech]

Hey! If it is the exact same one, not a new one from the same model, then there is no need, the battery registration is for new batteries, in order for the car to know it has a different one (even if it is the same model)

[@JPPerez-tn8xe]

@@bimmer-tech sounds good! 🤩👍🏽 I’m just trying to clear the check engine light on the dashboard. I called the dealership and they want $190 to clear the light w/no inspection or diagnostics done. 😳🤦🏻‍♂️

[@newmagic30]

So question? Does the 2000 BMW X5 E53 need battery registration???

[@bimmer-tech]

No, cars built before 2002 do not require battery registration.

[@crazyworld2570]

@@bimmer-tech There's a guy selling an 2008 x5. He installed a new battery and didn't register it. He said the car needs a jump. We put cables on the car to start it but I guess my car wasn't enough to get it started. When we went to the back of the car we smelled a burning smell coming from the fused box. There was a black relay there. When we pulled it out it was warm. Should I walk away from this purchase or is it something simple?

[@rbemuscle6058]

Awesome man! BTW - is battery registration and coding the same thing? My current battery is a 12v 80amp 800CCA. I'm going to replace it with a 85amp 800 CCA battery. Will the battery registration function take into account the slightly higher amps of the new battery when it registers it? Or is it only like for like, batteries with the same specification? Cheers

[@bimmer-tech]

Thanks! As for the battery removal - when you install a new battery, you should always register it. Otherwise, some car functionalities can function in a bad manner and you don't want that, do you :) As for the battery amp figures - as long it is within the factory limit, you are good to go :) Cheers!

[@kruja1234w]

Do you need to register the battery if the battery is used not new my bmw is 2001 330ci

[@bimmer-tech]

The battery registration should be performed only in vehicles produced in 2002 and newer. If your car was manufactured in 2001, there is not need to go through with the battery registration process.

[@kruja1234w]

@@bimmer-tech thank you

[@chrisadam7143]

How do i get started to register to for a battery registration appointment.

[@bimmer-tech]

You've got to decode your VIN on this page and schedule an appointment: www.bimmer-tech.net/bmw-idrive-coding/

[@achristian7015]

Are you sure? As far as I know, if you install the same battery with the same Ah and CCA and type, what difference does it make?

[@bimmer-tech]

Batteries have many different parameters, while Ah and CCA are among them that’s not where the list ends. As for the coding - it’s absolutely vital to let your car know that a new battery has been installed, so that the car can offload the alternator.

[@achristian7015]

@@bimmer-tech Having worked in a government battery lab and with factory batteries lasting 16 and 14 years in our last two cars, I know someting about batteries and battery types and their advantages and disadvantages. So where does this list end after Ah and CCA? Plus I never saw any point to entering a battery serial number into the memory of an ECU.

[@shagrid1able]

@@achristian7015 lmao this comment refuted their deceptive business model so strongly that they never even tried to defend themselves. Great job on shedding light on crooked businesses like this

[@rihamy2nd]

@@achristian7015you aren’t entering a battery serial number into the ecu when you register the battery lol.

[@kenpolomondo933]

Hello - I changed my battery 3 months ago and never registered it. I keep getting the error message. Can I register the battery 3 months after instaling a new one?

[@bimmer-tech]

Yes, it is best to register the battery as soon as it is replaced since then it has its full capacity however it won’t be an issue to register it after 3 months.

[@jmcguevarra1]

$119 Fraction of the cost? My local bmw dealer charge $100 to register your new battery.

[@bimmer-tech]

It's possible your dealer offers it at lower price, however we've set up this cost based on the average cost of US dealerships.

[@jakefromstatefarm9721]

Again, taking averages is a stupid and ridiculous business model. Charge what the job is worth and what you need to charge to make your margins. I do all kinds of side work for people and I couldn’t care less what anyone else charges. I care about what the parts cost me and what my time is worth. I don’t have to worry about insurance or anything like that because it’s side work for friends but I would never tell anyone my price is reflective on what the average is. If I’m working late at night and they need the job done quick, I’ll charge a little more because it’s more stress on me and I need to get the work done. You can buy a scan tool for $200 that will register your battery and you’ll be able to use the tool for much more than just the battery and your gonna charge $119 plus another $50 for the cable just because that’s the a average? Ouch. Good luck.

[@timmytang1000]

Is it possible that can I register the battery after I installed my new battery for a month ?

[@bimmer-tech]

There should be no issues performing the coding after a month, the DME will adjust to the present conditions of the battery.

[@martadahlstrom8139]

Where did you find the “bloke” to register the new battery for $20?

[@bimmer-tech]

Who says it costs $20? :D

[@TheEltonjrboy]

I want know if not registering the battery will stop the car starting please reply.

[@bimmer-tech]

Hey, could you please precise your problem? We would like to adress the problem as accurately as possible :)

[@TheEltonjrboy]

@@bimmer-techdo u have a phone # that can reach out to thanks in advance.

[@joeoquendo4943]

I bought an AMCELBMW OBD Scanner for $89 an did it on my own time.

[@bimmer-tech]

Good for you!

[@deewademai]

get the same type same size battery. you dont need to register it?

[@bimmer-tech]

Hi Marcus, Yes, even if you replace it with one from the same model, you must let your car know that there is a new battery in.

[@JimLev1]

Battery registration didn’t start until 2004.

[@bimmer-tech]

BMW do make things overcomplicated these days :(

[@georgebeglaryan1636]

How much do you charge?

[@bimmer-tech]

$119 for the registration + $49 for a coding cable if you don't already have one.

[@mohammadilyasgajia561]

@@bimmer-tech lol. That's more than BMW itself :(

[@dieseljetta]

Or if you have a VAG vehicle buy vcds for $200 and do this anytime yourself with other features including programming injectors and glow plugs

[@bimmer-tech]

who buys VAG vehicles? lol

[@dieseljetta]

@@bimmer-techthe real question is who doesnt lmao TDI on top

[@dieseljetta]

@@bimmer-tech Lamborghini, Porsche and bugatti owners all have vag vehicles LMAO

[@bimmer-tech]

DIESEL POWERRR

[@bimmer-tech]

yes, you're right, especially when you think Urus is basically Audi Q8 in disguise

[@yigitturgay8792]

so you simply say that bmw got so advanced with the electronics and we "need" to let the thing know that we installed a new battery...so nothing to measure the A/V values in this "advanced" system? Yet as an engineer, i still don't understand what happens if it tries more than usual to re-charge an already charged battery? as long as there isn't any potential gap then there wouldn't be any issue with the flow?

[@bimmer-tech]

The BMS (battery management system) in the car is more complex and measures more values than just the amperage and voltage. It also measures and monitors such values as the battery’s SoC (state of charge), SoH (state of health) among others. Battery Registration is necessary after the battery change to flash this system so it works correctly with the new battery and to ensure that you get the best performance and longevity out of your new battery.

[@mrbrown196]

Can I install a battery then take it to the dealership and have them register it?

[@bimmer-tech]

Hi! Yes, it is best to register the battery as soon as it is replaced since then it has its full capacity. You can also have the battery registration done with us remotely: www.bimmer-tech.net/products-bmw-battery-registration-cable

[@mrbrown196]

@@bimmer-tech how much do y’all charge to do so?

[@bimmer-tech]

It's 125$ for the service :)

[@elmasloco822]

Is coding and registering the same thing?

[@bimmer-tech]

Hi, in this case it's the same thing :)

[@justiceforall007]

Looks like i avoided the bullet of registering the battery- i own a 2000 BMW 528i.😂

[@kevinracine4953]

Do you have to reprogram abs dtc and awd after battery replacement. All my lights are now on?

[@dkrawk8309]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 There's no "reprogramming" There's fixing

[@bimmer-tech]

No need to do that :)

[@SPHINX144]

Can the programing be done with bimmercode?

[@bimmer-tech]

Hi! We don't cooperate with Bimmercode, so you'd have to check their offer. Our BMW battery registration will allow you to adjust your vehicle to any type of battery via simple cable coding: www.bimmer-tech.net/bmw-idrive-coding/

[@a.c.e.7568]

Strange because on the Banner Battery site they state: "Different battery energy management systems on the market. Most car manufacturers, as well as BMW, work with an open system, i.e. the independent aftermarket can install a suitable replacement battery without having to reprogram the vehicle electronics".

[@bimmer-tech]

The same page also recommends registering batteries in open systems, and in BMWs specifically. Battery registration is recommended when replacing a battery with an identical one in terms of performance and capacity, and required when the battery specs differ. BMW's open system makes registering any new battery through a third-party like BimmerTech possible, without reprogramming, but doesn't make proper battery registration any less important. Hope that clears things up :)

[@joeltashinian5888]

Except BMW. U can't even get a spare key for less than $550.... anywhere

[@julianr7124]

​@@joeltashinian5888 not true. I have 5 spare key fobs and BMW keycards all for 100$

[@jazzdielmorales]

@@joeltashinian5888got my spare key for $250

[@lissettelopez8331]

In case someone doesn't 100% know; If you buy the battery from the BMW dealership they automatically register it, so no worries.

[@gustavograciano8244]

There are stories in forums of bmw Technicians messing up and damaging peoples vehicles because they they forgot to register the battery. They should but I would still worry and bring it up

[@jmar385]

That’s a lie because they price me a battery for $280 & registered battery $200hr

[@tsmatthx2]

And they charge $500 extra

[@lissettelopez8331]

@@tsmatthx2 My dealership is awesome, but unfortunately I've seen this type of behavior, and even in my Honda Civic, the dealer tried to convince me my buyout option on my lease was 10k more than what it actually was, and gave me a fake contract. It happens.

[@TheEltonjrboy]

Yeah for $697.00

[@09proudvet]

Or just buy a bmw specialized obd2 for about the same price and never pay for a battery installation again, literally one registered battery pays for the obd2 in the amount of money saved

[@bimmer-tech]

Hi, this might be a possibility but we strongly advise doing it yourself with no previous experience and knowledge of BMW coding as the coding carried out incorrectly might cause issues with the car and its components.

[@09proudvet]

@@bimmer-tech let me rephrase…if you don’t know what your doing skip step 1

[@shagrid1able]

@@09proudvet your right and theirs methods online to show you coding as well but they clearly would never agree to your post because then they would have to admit their business is a scam to take advantage of the "less fortunate" people

[@michellekelly5369]

Is it possible for a lay person to do? I would so much rather do it myself than get screwed over by someone playing parts darts with me bc I am not an expert

[@09proudvet]

@@shagrid1able agreed, I bought a $230 obd2 scanner from Amazon and the scanner walked me through the process and there’s a ton of videos on KZbin

[@patthonsirilim5739]

My fucking gr Supra came with a dead battery brand new they recharge it and still have battary replacement light that won’t go away had the battary health check and cca crank was fine had to code it out and it came back had to replace a new battary and register it before the issue was solve fucking the battery was physically fine but for some reason the car refuse to accept that it is.

[@bimmer-tech]

Have you visited the dealer?

[@MrMath2001]

Battery registration: A nice engineering hack to fleece its customers. My boss had this issue on his bmw. Battery dead and AAA wouldn't replace it bc of this. He had the car towed to the bmw dealer. Bill was about $450 If changing a battery is already that expensive, I can't phantom what a major maintenance bill would cost. No bmw for me. I'll gladly stick with Toyota/Lexus.

[@elliewolfe9197]

You can replace the battery for about $150-$200 for the battery and the parts to register it yourself come to about $20. Just have to have some know-how for a few things to save money when it comes to maintenance on a bmw. Dealers will definitely take u for all u have

[@elliewolfe9197]

But I’m a 22 yr old girl and have had my ‘09 bmw since I was 18 and maintained it myself, when I was shopping for my car I made sure the previous owners had records to prove they had kept the car well-maintained. It’s really just regular oil changes (easy diy, slightly more expensive since it’s synthetic but still only about $50 for OEM oil and filter). And staying on top of leaks, changing out a spark plug or two once a year ish. This car has been amazing to me and saved my life so many times when I would’ve crashed if I had been in a car with lesser steering control/handling, and the brakes are amazing. I may be a bit biased but i really do believe bmws are the best cars you can get if you maintain them well

[@MrMath2001]

@Ellie Wolfe if you think the driving characteristics of your bmw are responsible for you not to crash, you need to change your driving habits. Considering your age, there is a lot for you to learn when it comes to driving. As far as bmw is concerned, great driving machines but too expensive to maintain. Yes there is a lot you can do on older bmw cars, but on newer ones, it's too complex

[@elliewolfe9197]

@@MrMath2001 yeah you don’t know anything about me or my driving habits. I’m literally a professional driver. My driving habits are perfect. The times I’ve had close calls have been exclusively due to other drivers making mistakes, or driving recklessly. The impeccable steering and braking power on my car has, and will continue to keep me safe while I drive. Sorry your boss wasn’t capable of changing a battery on his own 😂

[@elliewolfe9197]

@@MrMath2001 and considering your KZbin handle has 2001 in it, we’re the same age bucko so get off your weird lil high horse and speak to me with some respect 🥰😙 kisses

[@joeltashinian5888]

Yeah. U don't get to drive if u don't. (From experience).

[@user-uw6kw5xh9k]

My dealer wants 240 to do this

[@bimmer-tech]

We charge $125 only - the choice is yours :)

[@newwaylw]

If the car's electronic system is so smart, it will be hard to believe it doesn't know a new battery is installed😂 i think we all know why manufacturers do this

[@bimmer-tech]

Money, money, money :D

[@bobistoilov653]

Bro the title says "how and why". The how part is a complete lie

[@djsyxx]

Your title and description in this video that any BMW 2002 or newer must have battery registered or coded is completely false. E46s, E39's etc. Don't use IBS and never have. Your video should be flagged up for false information or edit and make it clearer what BMWs require registering/coding.

[@Zerts2]

You make it sound like "smart" battery systems make a car better, that is nonsense, it is all about making BMW's battery difficult to DIY replace, more $$$ to BMW dealers.

[@bimmer-tech]

"With great technology comes great responsibility." - Uncle Ben At least I think that's how it goes.... - Dylan

[@edwardschrank9423]

I am pretty sold on my x3 smart system. I am running the original battery in my 2014 x3 (now 2022). Still starting great, but starting to get odd electrical things and it tests as bad. They did something right here.

[@mattheweburns]

How are they going to make it that “smart“ but it still can’t tell if it’s got a new battery? “Smart“ stuff makes things so much harder and dumber

[@Merssall]

Just do reset that’s it 🌽🌽

[@chucknoob7041]

What a pain.

[@titan9m]

Friends don’t let friends buy BMW! Leasing is ok but definitely not buy, in the long run it’s a big mess!

[@bimmer-tech]

We love BMWs anyways lol

[@STILLPOUR]

Waisted 3min of my life. Hope this comment saves anyone else from the same fate

[@bimmer-tech]

Hope dies last :)

[@vasitudor3481]

Bla bla bla ,story, fake news ,to take some extra money from naive people ,or from people what don't have a knowledge about the battery.Shame for the dealer and all the shops .Amperage or current is regulated by the state of charge of the battery. When the battery is weak, the electromotive force (voltage) is not strong enough to hold back the current from the alternator trying to recharge the battery. As the battery reaches a state of full charge, the electromotive force becomes strong enough to oppose the current flow from the alternator, the amperage output from the alternator will drop to close to zero, while the voltage will remain at 13.5 to 14.5. When more electrical power is used, the electromotive force will reduce and alternator amperage will increase. It is extremely important that when alternator efficiency is checked, both voltage and amperage outputs are checked. Each alternator has a rated amperage output depending on the electrical requirements of the vehicle.

[@bimmer-tech]

Hello, we would really recommend to visit this website in order to learn the behavior of the lithium ion batteries used in vehicles: batteryuniversity.com/articles After 2002, the BMW introduced a more advanced electrical environment, allowing the system (DME) to adjust the charge rate. The battery itself does not consist of any controller, as it is the device that generates electrical energy by electrochemical reactions between two metals of different affinities. Keeping that in mind it is not possible to let it control the charging rate of the BWM system. Lithium-ion batteries operate safely within the designated operating voltages. It poses a safety hazard if overcharged. Exceeding the specified voltage simultaneously increases the temperature. A fully charged battery has lower thermal runaway temperature and will vent much quicker than a battery that lost its capacity and requires a more intense charging rate. To come back to the meritum of this answer, the lower charge threshold set during battery registration prolongs battery life, allowing to decrease the overall costs, by making our battery to be replaced less often. There is no internal system that detects the required charge rate, thus it needs to be programmed according to the characteristics of the new battery. After analyzing the calculation, it can be concluded that after performing the battery registration the money spent on our car is lowered. Unfortunately, we are not able to paste here graphs and photos, so to learn more about usefulness of the battery registration ,we highly recommend to read this article: bimmerprofs.com/battery-dont-needs-registered-really/

[@BigRingStumpy]

One more reason to not purchase a modern BMW.

[@bimmer-tech]

it might be pain in the a....

[@balsamicboot5358]

went from a tutorial to the worst ad ive ever seen

[@bimmer-tech]

Why is that?

[@Schizee]

Annoying

[@bimmer-tech]

The video or the battery registration? lol

[@quannga99]

That’s why I don’t buy BMW.

[@ag6286]

Ridiculous. What a rip off

[@bimmer-tech]

why do u think it's a rip off?

[@jessebraun7138]

Bro why do you run your mouth so much we want to know how not why

[@cobbysparks9891]

Ridiculous. Thanks for nothing! 😂

[@bimmer-tech]

Thank u too

[@k5guy]

This is the most dickhead thing. Cars had no "overcharging" issues with battery changes before this. Bmw has literally created an issue so they can charge money to change your battery.

[@isabellagrimes1922]

I totally agree and it's the intentionally complicating of simple tasks that is turning me off from BMW. I had planned on buying a 2nd vehicle in the Fall. Not so sure now.

[@TheEltonjrboy]

True

[@mrrodneyalong]

This has got to be the stupidest things I have ever seen on a car. How can all these other cars work fine

[@bimmer-tech]

Just BMW things lol

[@dkrawk8309]

You is comparing BMW to all other cars?