battery maintenance through accessory port
Posted: Tue Aug 14, 2007 3:34 am
Are there any reasons not to use the accessory power port for a battery maintenance plug in port?
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Posted: Tue Aug 14, 2007 3:58 am
I don't think so...That's what it's there for..
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Posted: Tue Aug 14, 2007 5:20 am
I use mine for this purpose - absolutely fine as the current draw is very low.
I have a separate socket with heavy-duty cables for jump-starting. Have never had to use it but it's good insurance against a flat battery!
I have a separate socket with heavy-duty cables for jump-starting. Have never had to use it but it's good insurance against a flat battery!
Posted: Tue Aug 14, 2007 7:04 am
Everyday. The BMW charger came with the plug for it, so it must be OK. 
Posted: Tue Aug 14, 2007 11:44 am
I believe the auxiliary plug is protect by a 15 amp fuse, and there aren't many battery chargers that put out that much current, so it should be fine. Trickle chargers typically only put out ~ 1-2 amps.