BMW 318i Car Battery Terminal Ends Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(21)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(21)

Car Battery Terminal Ends Replacement Service

How much does a Car Battery Terminal Ends Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW 318i Car Battery Terminal Ends Replacement is $159 with $19 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1997 BMW 318iL4-1.9LService typeCar Battery Terminal Ends ReplacementEstimate$198.60Shop/Dealer Price$215.80 - $253.23
1993 BMW 318iL4-1.8LService typeCar Battery Terminal Ends ReplacementEstimate$189.59Shop/Dealer Price$203.70 - $238.81
1998 BMW 318iL4-1.9LService typeCar Battery Terminal Ends ReplacementEstimate$189.59Shop/Dealer Price$203.74 - $238.88
1992 BMW 318iL4-1.8LService typeCar Battery Terminal Ends ReplacementEstimate$189.59Shop/Dealer Price$203.74 - $238.88
1996 BMW 318iL4-1.9LService typeCar Battery Terminal Ends ReplacementEstimate$189.59Shop/Dealer Price$206.32 - $243.39
1999 BMW 318iL4-1.9LService typeCar Battery Terminal Ends ReplacementEstimate$196.87Shop/Dealer Price$213.09 - $253.87
1991 BMW 318iL4-1.8LService typeCar Battery Terminal Ends ReplacementEstimate$189.59Shop/Dealer Price$203.77 - $238.93
1994 BMW 318iL4-1.8LService typeCar Battery Terminal Ends ReplacementEstimate$189.59Shop/Dealer Price$203.74 - $238.88
Show example BMW 318i Car Battery Terminal Ends Replacement prices

What is the Battery Terminal Ends all about?

Your car’s battery plays a significant role during cranking and there must be a way to get electricity from the battery to the starter and spark plugs. This is done with battery cables; there are two that connect to the battery -- one to the positive terminal and one to the negative terminal. Battery terminal ends are nothing more than clamps. They connect the cables to the terminals and hold them there securely.

Over time, battery terminal ends will corrode, particularly if you don’t have regular maintenance performed on the battery. Both the terminals and ends should be cleaned regularly to remove corrosion and build up.

If a terminal end fails, the cable will come loose from the battery. This will result in no electricity during starting. If the car isn’t already running, it will not crank. If the terminal end fails while driving, the car will continue to operate, but it will not crank again after being turned off.

Keep in mind:

  • Battery terminal ends should be inspected during all regular maintenance services.
  • Battery terminal ends should be properly maintained to prolong their life and avoid issues with corrosion.

How it's done:

  • The battery is located. The battery terminal ends are verified that they need to be replaced. The battery terminals are disconnected.
  • The defective battery terminal ends are removed by cutting the cables or unbolting the connections.
  • The battery terminals are cleaned. The new battery terminal ends are installed onto the cables and reconnected to the battery.
  • The battery terminal ends are tightened to the battery and coated with a battery protection spray.
  • The vehicle is tested for proper operation of the battery terminal ends by starting engine.

Our recommendation:

Battery terminal ends are critical components of your vehicle's charging system. They ensure that the battery stays connected to the system, providing electricity for cranking and allowing the battery to recharge while the alternator is running. Over time, corrosion can eat into the metal, eventually compromising your battery terminal ends. Have your terminal ends professionally inspected and maintained at all regular service intervals.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Battery Terminal Ends?

  • Green or white corrosion around battery terminals
  • Battery light on in dashboard
  • Vehicle will not crank

How important is this service?

Without a constant connection to the battery, your car will not crank. It won’t stop the engine from running, but it will prevent it from cranking after being turned off. Have your battery and battery cables maintained at all times, and the terminal ends replaced if damage is noticed.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert BMW mechanics

Real customer reviews from BMW owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(21)

Rating Summary
20
0
1
0
0
20
0
1
0
0

Jerimiah

20 years of experience
328 reviews
Jerimiah
20 years of experience
BMW 318i L4-1.8L - Car idle is rough - Las Vegas, Nevada
Like usual very professional,diagnosis problem in 15 min.awesome mechanic!

Jesus

7 years of experience
23 reviews
Jesus
7 years of experience
BMW 318i L4-1.9L - Oil Change - Santa Fe Springs, California
very swift and efficient work. great mechanic

David

17 years of experience
639 reviews
David
17 years of experience
BMW 318i L4-1.9L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Vallejo, California
Very professional and friendly. Gave me a verbal overview of what he found to make my decision easier.

Patrick

34 years of experience
1579 reviews
Patrick
34 years of experience
BMW 318i L4-1.9L - Clutch Fluid - Austin, Texas
 great service and knowledge!

Excellent Rating

(21)

Rating Summary
20
0
1
0
0
20
0
1
0
0
Number of BMW 318i services completed
231+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT BMW MECHANICS
1200+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

P0338 OBD-II Trouble Code: Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit High Input
P0338 P0338 code definition The P0338 Trouble Code indicates an error with the crankshaft position sensor A circuit high input. What the P0338 code means The powertrain control module has found that the crankshaft position sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/crankshaft-position-sensor-replacement), or CPS, is...
How to Replace a Fuel Injector
Fuel injectors are faulty if the smell of fuel is present in the vehicle, you have engine performance issues, or the check engine light comes on.
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Ford Fiesta
This This subcompact vehicle is available as a 4-door sedan as well as a 5-door hatchback. The prices for the vehicle are very low, even for the models that are decked out with all of the optional features. Those who...

Windshield wipers keep going

The windshield wiper motor has a parking circuit that will cause the motor to park home, and the wiper blades to shut off, when you turn off the wipers at the switch. If a problem is encountered where the wiper...

all doors lock only by inserting key in passenger side door and locking

Your central locking system may have been designed with a control module in the circuit. This is a small computer that is responsible for controlling the different functions of a particular system. It is possible that the module for your...

Oil light came on

The oil pressure light will usually come on when a few things could be happening. Either the motor is in fact low on oil, the oil pump could be failing or the oil pressure sending unit (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oil-pressure-sensor-replacement) is not working...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (844) 997-3624 · hi@yourmechanic.com