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    How long did your batteries last?

    This cold weather is seriously killing my car.



    I left my car unattended for about 6 weeks while I was on winter break and the battery was obviously dead. I was going to disconnect it, but I forgot a wrench.



    Regardless, even after I got it jumped and drove the car to Jersey and back (400 miles) the battery won't recharge very well.



    Right after the trip the car was fine and started up with no problems everyday.



    Just tonight though after sitting dormant for about 3 days, it won't start again.



    I think my battery is done (I don't even want to imagine the alternator is at fault...though my warranty WOULD cover that...)



    In any case, my battery was replaced in August 2002. Is there any warranty like Sears Diehard Gold batteries or is this just another great BMW problem?

    #2
    My factory 97 battery was replaced in mid 2003, so that is about 6 years. Maybe you need to trickle charge the battery and see what happens? I think there are places that will test it for you for free.

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      #3
      Yeah I replaced my '97 battery last year. I am also in cold Ma if that helps. And yes Autozone will charge batteries for free.

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        #4
        I'll check out autozone and report back to you. Thanks for your replys.



        any other responses?

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