BMW 5 Series Battery Problems
Problems mentioning the Battery on the BMW 5 Series
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What problems can be caused by a faulty Battery?
Car electrics failing / no power
When turning on the ignition there's no power at all in the car, the dashboard isn't lighting up and the car won't turn over.
Battery's terminals look corroded
Looking at the battery the parts connected to the leads seem to be rusty and have a green substance all around them.
Battery has bluish powder around terminals
The battery terminals where the leads connect to the battery seem to have a greeny blue powdery substance all over them.
Engine doesn't start up and/or cuts out when running
The engine doesn't start up very easily and will often not start at all. When it is running it can cut out completely without warning.