Where is the BMW rear power distribution box?
Attached directly to the top of the battery is the bmw rear power distribution box which contains the fusible links (non-replaceable) used to distribute power to the Junction Box and Engine Electronics, plus supply power to the Intelligent Battery Sensor ( IBS ). Words can not describe the level of professionalism from Bryce.
Where is the battery located in the trunk?
The photos and captions chronicle the installation of an Optima battery in a Bitchin’ finned aluminum battery box within the trunk of my deuce hi-boy roadster. It is placed on the left side because the starter is located on the left side of the Nailhead Buick powering the roadster.
What should I do when working with a battery?
Always wear proper eye, face and hand protection when working with battery. Never lean over battery while boosting, testing, or charging. Exercise caution when working with metallic tools or conductors to prevent short circuits and arcing. Keep terminals protected to prevent accidental shorting.
When to disconnect the battery on an older car?
On older vehicles, without electronics, disconnect the battery cables when the vehicle is not being used for extended periods. Always wear proper eye, face and hand protection when working with battery. Never lean over battery while boosting, testing, or charging.
What should I do if my BMW battery loses charge?
When battery is reconnected or loses its charge, the following items may need attention (depending on vehicle equipment). You may have to reset your clock, enter radio presets, initialize power windows, initialize the sunroof and normalize the steering angle sensor.
Where is the Powernet distribution box located in a truck?
Powernet Distribution Box (PNDB) The powertrain PDM contains fuses and relays that provide battery and ignition power to the engine, aftertreatment device, transmission, and other powertrain-related circuits. It is mounted in the engine compartment, above the driver-side inner fender.
Where to mount a battery in the trunk?
The process is simple as long as a few basic mounting practices are followed. A battery box must be used to isolate the battery from any other items in the area and it should be securely mounted to the floor or on a platform within the trunk. With lead/acid batteries it is important to mount them level and make sure that they are vented properly.
What should I do when my car battery is replaced?
You may have to reset your clock, enter radio presets, initialize power windows, initialize the sunroof and normalize the steering angle sensor. Once your battery has been replaced, you will have to register the new battery with the vehicle computer system. This tells the DME the age and health of battery to ensure proper charging.