Santa Fe BMW invites you to find out what caused your BMW battery light to turn on.
If the car battery light comes on when you start the vehicle, that is just a normal system analysis. If the car battery indicator stays on, then there is likely an issue. If you are having battery problems, you may notice that your headlights aren’t as bright, the radio may not power on, and the windows are moving slower. If you notice any of these things happening, then you need to get to your destination or bring it to us ASAP because your car is ready to die. If neither destination can be reached, find a safe spot to stop and park.
Like nearly everything automotive-related, how much you can continue to drive with the car battery light turned on really depends on many factors. If the light just turned on, then you can help mitigate the problem by switching off all accessories like the infotainment system or heater and removing any devices that may be connected to USB ports. This will boost the leftover battery charge, but you should get here or return home. The most critical thing is to NOT shut off the engine because a dying battery will not have the power to start the car.
There are a lot of reasons why the car battery light might come on, but generally, the reasons are:
Your car does its best with a charged battery. Any of these problems will make it difficult for your battery to get a charge. If it’s not corrected soon, it can reduce the power of your battery and maybe even leave you stranded.
If there is a safe place to pull over, at the very least, you can open the hood and check your car battery for rust on the battery terminals or a loose cable. Besides those quick checks, the best way to fix the car battery light is to bring it to our service center. Our experienced technicians have the skills and specialized tools to diagnose the issue. They will test everything from checking out your alternator to your battery health and advise on the right plan to get your car repaired.
Santa Fe BMW is one of the best places to get engine repair in the Santa Fe area. We proudly service all makes and models of vehicles. Visit our location online or in person to schedule service and repair for your car or truck. Our friendly technicians are ready to serve you.