Tips to Prolong the Life of Your BMW Battery

Start your Silicon Valley commute on time – every time – with regular battery service from Stevens Creek BMW. There are also ways you can prolong the life of your BMW battery. Have the starting power you need for years to come by following these tips. Know that we provide car battery servicing in San Jose for BMW models whenever you encounter starting troubles.

1. Avoid Frequent Short Trips Around San Jose

Try to limit short trips around San Jose, which can stress the battery powering your BMW. Shopping at Santana Row, visiting the Winchester Mystery House, and swinging by the Los Gatos Creek Trail are fun activities.

It can be harmful to the battery to make these trips in short succession on a continuous basis. Short drives in your BMW fail to give the alternator enough time to charge the battery. This may result in reduced battery lifespan, slow engine cranking, and a dead car battery.

2. Don't Let Your BMW Sit Out in the South Bay Sun for Long Durations During Times of Extreme Heat

Letting your BMW bake in the sun can shorten battery life. Extreme temperatures, including Bay Area heat, can cause battery damage and reduce battery capacity.

On warm days, we recommend parking your BMW in the shade around San Jose – home to diverse green spaces. Don't let your BMW sit in the sun for weeks on end throughout the summer.

3. Make Sure Your Lights & BMW Infotainment Features Are Turned Off

When you arrive at your destination, make sure the lights of your BMW are turned off. Accidentally leaving the lights on will drain the car battery. Make sure all BMW electronics are powered down, too. Leaving on any power source can deplete your car battery.

Schedule Battery Service with Northern California's Ultimate BMW Dealer

Remember that it's also important to keep your battery clean and free of corrosion. Eventually, all South Bay BMW owners need battery service. When the time comes, it's paramount that battery service is handled by a professional. The Stevens Creek BMW Service Center is here to help. We're the experts to turn to for BMW battery service in San Jose. Allow our Santa Clara BMW Service Center to restore your luxury vehicle's starting power.

We can test the car battery powering your BMW or install a replacement battery and get you moving again. Is your battery nearing the end of its lifespan? We encourage you to schedule BMW battery service online. More than Northern California's Ultimate BMW Dealer, we are your Silicon Valley battery service destination.