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Old 09-18-2009, 10:47 PM
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Can I drive on a weak battery?

Here's a background on why I'm asking this seemingly silly question.
I shipped my X5 from L.A. to Manila and it tiik more than a month to get here. Yesterday, I witnessed the stripping from the container and sure enough, the battery was weak. It had some power (indoor lights came on), but not enough to start the car. Since the car needed to be moved a short distance to the Customs Stalag, I asked for jump start service. The car started (no warning lights of any sort) and we brought it to the stalag for safekeepng until it can be released next week.

I am pretty sure that when I pick it up next week to take it home, I'm going to need jump starting again. Simple solution would be to bring a new battery with me but let's just say this is not an option (long story). So, my only option now is to drive it out after jump starting and take it home (45 minute drive with stop/go traffic, no high speed).

If the charging system and alternator of my car are good, should I worry?

Thanks,
Philip
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