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The Battery Works Common Battery Terms Battery Testing Battery Maintainence Battery Replacement Special Battery Systems Closed Circuit Current Draw Testing Review Questions E31 (850i): The dual battery system on the 850i was introduced to handle the higher level of electron- ic technology with increased functions and safety features that were added to the vehicle, as well as the added diagnostic information. Design considerations were made to minimize electrical loads during Key Off and periods of driving with low engine speeds while certain timed operations (e.g. Glove compartment light, courtesy lights and seat heating) were active.
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