✅ Fixed
Found 150mA parasitic drain. Isolated to interior light circuit — door switch staying on. Replaced door pin switch $15. Battery maintaining charge perfectly.
BMW 3 Series 2016 Battery draining overnight parasitic drain
BMW
3 Series
2016
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Severity Level
Medium
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Indirect risk — worth monitoring, not urgent
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BMW 3 Series 2016 battery dead every morning. Replaced battery twice. Something draining it overnight. 159955 km. This fault code is stored when the engine control unit detects a specific fault condition. Common causes include sensor failures, wiring faults, and component wear. Always read additional fault codes before replacing parts — multiple codes together provide a clearer diagnosis. Clear the code after repair and test drive to confirm the fault does not return.
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📍 Battery draining overnight
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Battery draining overnight
BMW 3 Series
Possible: Found 150mA parasitic drain. Isolated to interior light circuit — door switch staying on. Replaced door pin switch $15. Battery maintaining charge perfectly.
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