Every BMW is unique โ€“ get to know yours with our online tool that lets you create your own personal guide. All you need to do is enter the last seven characters of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). USE ONLINE TOOL >. Book a service. Book a test drive. Nov 1, 2017 ยท How to access your BMW with flat battery to jump-start your car, to remove empty battery or to just charge it up without removing from the trunk. Here in BMW Nov 4, 2017 ยท I show how you can save a bunch by replacing the positive cable (BST-Battery Safety Terminal) on your BMW yourself. Sep 3, 2018 ยท However, the telematic module of my X4 M40i is located in the back under the roof. Therefore, the expensive part is labor - 4 hrs according to the technician. Assuming the battery is $100 this would leave approx. $1200 for labor = $300 per hour guess I have the wrong job Oct 9, 2023 ยท Remove the battery bracket. The battery is placed with a bracket on the side and a top bracket. First, remove the top bracket by removing two 13 mm bolts indicated by the white arrows below. Now, it is time to remove the old battery. These batteries are heavy. Ask for help to lift the old battery. BMW Repair Guide parts diagrams are the authority on how parts fit together while performing a repair. Our easy to use parts diagrams show in detail how parts fit together and are an excellent resource for both the home and professional mechanic. Our parts diagrams are also great for researching OEM part numbers - researching your part number Jul 1, 2012 ยท Yup, it's safe. Dealers use tenders/ticklers on their cars all the time and keep logs, I actually found the log when I purchased my car. Battery tenders are better because it's controlled, ticklers consistently stay on and can do damage to the battery over long periods of time. Oct 21, 2021 ยท 2. Charge the key on an electric toothbrush charger if you own one. The BMW key charges through induction and so does an electric toothbrush. Take the electric toothbrush off of its charging station and place the key there instead. [4] Allow the key to rest on the charging station for a few hours or overnight. 3. Feb 17, 2017 ยท It showed on diagnostic as Rollover Controller internal fault (CODE 9402) and it was impossible to clear. About a week later I went to local 'BMW specialists' with more advanced diagnostic computer (he said its the same BMW main dealers use) and he had an attempt to clear the fault - no result. Generally speaking, you have three options: First, call an automotive locksmith that offers a mobile service for BMW cars. Second, tow the car to the dealer. Third, order a key online and have the dealer or locksmith cut and program (if necessary) it for you. Call Us 24 Hr: 844-399-5054. X2ZU.