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How to Check the Battery Charging Voltage on the BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E92, E90, E91 - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Checks and maintenance

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This guide will show you how to check the battery charging voltage on the BMW 3 Series. First, get inside the vehicle and turn on the instrument panel; then press and hold the left button for about 10 seconds to enter the appropriate menu and reach code 19, as shown in the video.

At this point, you can check the battery charging voltage in real-time. To measure the battery voltage with the engine off, you will need a voltmeter to take the reading from the terminals.


Posted on 27 May 2026 by ScegliAuto


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