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On average, the cost for a BMW 318ti Car Battery Terminal Ends Replacement is $162 with $22 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.
| Car | Service | Estimate | Shop/Dealer Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 BMW 318tiL4-1.9L | Service typeCar Battery Terminal Ends Replacement | Estimate$198.60 | Shop/Dealer Price$215.80 - $253.23 |
| 1998 BMW 318tiL4-1.9L | Service typeCar Battery Terminal Ends Replacement | Estimate$189.59 | Shop/Dealer Price$203.70 - $238.81 |
| 1997 BMW 318tiL4-1.9L | Service typeCar Battery Terminal Ends Replacement | Estimate$189.59 | Shop/Dealer Price$203.74 - $238.88 |
| 1995 BMW 318tiL4-1.8L | Service typeCar Battery Terminal Ends Replacement | Estimate$189.59 | Shop/Dealer Price$203.74 - $238.88 |
| 1999 BMW 318tiL4-1.9L | Service typeCar Battery Terminal Ends Replacement | Estimate$189.59 | Shop/Dealer Price$206.32 - $243.39 |
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.
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.
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.
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