Can I register my BMW battery myself?

Many people wonder though, whether BMW battery replacement and registration is a simple DIY process or has to be done by an expert technician. We say: you can definitely handle the replacement on your own! However, when it comes to the registration — if you're not a tech-savvy person, let us do the work for you.

How do I register my BMW battery?

Does a new BMW battery need to be programmed?

Programming Your BMW Battery

You should always take the time to reprogram your BMW's battery after replacing them. They'll last a lot longer, and your BMW should run better as a result. Neglecting to program your BMW's battery won't cause it to die, though. The battery just won't charge as well as it should.

What happens if BMW battery is not registered?

If the battery replacement is not registered, the power management will not function properly and can lead to functions being limited by individual electrical consumers being switched off or having their power consumption reduced.

Do I need to reset car after changing battery?

Yes. You will need to reset your settings. Usually the dealer can do it free of charge but no promises. If you take a battery off and put a new one on, if there was anything hooked up the the battery, i.e. the hose you are speaking of, reinstall it.

BMW Battery Registration: How To Do It

How do I know if my BMW battery is AGM?

On to the type of battery which is very simple to determine with factory original BMW batteries, a white battery is a standard lead acid battery, and a black battery indicates an AGM (Boron-Silicate absorbed glass mat).

How much does a BMW battery cost?

BMW battery replacements typically cost between $300 and $500 with parts and labor.

Do car batteries need coding?

Today's batteries need to be installed correctly or the customer may soon need to return to the garage. Without battery coding, the car's battery management system won't work correctly and some vehicle functions will cease.

Can I register a battery with MHD?

You can absolutely register your battery with MHD. Go to Codes, Reset Adaptions. In the menu at the bottom is the register battery option.

What is the warranty on a BMW battery?

All Original BMW Batteries come with a two-year unlimited mileage limited warranty. * When looking for a BMW replacement battery, contact the Knauz BMW Service Center.

How much is BMW battery registration?

When going to the car shop to replace your old battery with a new original BMW battery, the costs may turn out to be higher than you'd expected. The registration of the battery itself costs around $200.

Are BMW OEM batteries AGM?

The BMW uses a lead-acid battery. You have two types to choose from: Gel or absorbent glass mat (AGM). The manufacturer recommends that you replace the OEM battery with an OEM AGM battery. Most of the BMW models use either advanced or performance batteries.

Is my battery STD or AGM?

Look at the Top of the Battery. If the label is not in good condition, and not helping you much, you can know about the type of battery by looking at its design and construction. Basically, an AGM battery will always have a flat top, and only the negative and positive terminals of the battery will be sticking out.

Can I register a BMW battery with Bimmercode?

You can do it with both of those software. Bimmercode will change battery type than Bimmerlink will register battery but you need both.

Which is better Bimmercode or BimmerLink?

BimmerCode is for all the features (seats, lights, windows, etc) and BimmerLink is more for diagnostics (battery registration, clearing faults, pulling trouble codes, etc.). They just just happen to overlap with the ASD feature but only BimmerLink can code out burbles and open/close valves.

How do you program a BMW Bimmercode battery?

Tap "Register" when you're ready to proceed with registering your battery. If this is not your first time using Bimmercode on a car, tap "Add from Existing Battery." You'll be prompted for an eight-digit code that's associated with the BMW before tapping "Ok." Enter it, then tap "Ok" to proceed.

What should I do after installing a new battery in my car?

After replacing a car battery, you should run the car for about 30 minutes to allow the alternator to fully charge the battery. Usually, a battery replacement also causes the vehicle's computer and radio to reset. This might mean that you have to reset your radio presets.

Will disconnecting battery reset codes?

Disconnecting the battery will clear the error codes and reset the check engine light.