Help! car battery model for 318i, E36

[pharoah]

hi all, my battery has just died (i think), when i try to start the car, i only hear a loud click and nothing happens. However my car lights are still working, so is it really my battery that's the problem? Not the spark plug? Does any know the size of my car battery? Is it 66 as a friend have suggested.I've checked with the mechs at the nearby shell station, and they are quoting Rm 460 which I thought was crazy. Or is that the market rate? Any reply would be much appreciated.

 

[fabianyee]

Try checking the voltage using a multimeter.. Healthy voltage would be 12.5V... And if voltage goes below 12V (IIRC), you'll have weak starting problem although still enuf to power the lights.

If you ask normal workshop for battery price, they will mark up..
Try going to parts stockist.. I normally go to PH Auto in SEA Park (near the Shell Station) to buy car batteries... Should be able much cheaper than what u got quoted.

 

[Russie]

Pharoah,

I changed mine to Century DIN66 Maintenance Free a few months back at RM250 only. Hope this helps.

Cheers

 

[pharoah]

thanks guys,

i should change my car battery soon but i just found out the problem. it was the alternator.
rm 600 poorer now but well, it fixed the problem.

what do you think of the price i paid?

 

[fabianyee]

I got my alternator changed for RM400 about 1 year ago... hehehe... Refurbished unit..

 

[SkyEvo]

i've been charged rm550 for alternator inclusive labor charge..unit taken out from halfcut with 1 week warranty.done on 18 dis 2009 at cheras workshop opposite jusco, fahricho i think..

for battery i use din88..nicely fit the battery compartment in the bonnet.

 

[pharoah]

now you tell me

can you PM me your shop?

I got my alternator changed for RM400 about 1 year ago... hehehe... Refurbished unit..