Best way to store an M5

E39TOF10 · 07-30-2018, 09:02 AM

Looking at putting my M5 in storage for a few months. Whats the best way to store? I know when a car sits too long, there can be problems.

arucano · 07-30-2018, 07:57 PM

put it on jack stands (optional), change the oil before storing if it is past half way to oil change, disconnect battery and put it on trickle charger, wash and wax before storage, put a couple of cups/containers with baking soda inside.
hope this gets you going. Have never had a problem after ding that.

SapphireM5 · 07-31-2018, 08:21 PM

If your storing and putting on jack stands, make sure you put the stands under the lower control arms so the suspension is loaded. You do not want to leave the suspension at full extension for an extended time. I also put dryer sheets in my cars all over the interior, keeps critters away. Trickle charger is a must, full tank of fuel is a must and full detail inside and out. I also would change the oil the day of storage and try to limit the run time so the oil is as fresh as possible for storage. GL!

KSA.m6 · 08-01-2018, 02:00 AM

Why ?

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Originally Posted by arucano

put it on jack stands (optional), change the oil before storing if it is past half way to oil change, disconnect battery and put it on trickle charger, wash and wax before storage, put a couple of cups/containers with baking soda inside.
hope this gets you going. Have never had a problem after ding that.

E39TOF10 · 08-01-2018, 06:42 AM

Well, it does not go into storage until October but I need to get things in place.

OneExtra · 08-01-2018, 09:34 AM

I wouldn't bother doing any of that if its only 2 months with the exception of battery on charge and a good wash before hand. Make sure you go for a drive after washing to dry the brakes etc.

arucano · 08-01-2018, 01:17 PM

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Why ?

The baking soda absorbs moister and oders

SapphireM5 · 08-01-2018, 04:16 PM

OP if you are only storing a few months no need for jackstands, mine sits in the garage covered from October/November to April.

2Live4 · 08-02-2018, 02:06 PM

What is a good battery maintainer to use for F10 M5? Is the OEM battery still AGM or is it lithium ion?

KSA.m6 · 09-12-2018, 03:11 AM

I use BMW battery tender, but if I remember correctly it's a rebranded CTEK charger.
AGM battery

Lennon997 · 10-15-2018, 02:40 PM

hook up the battery to a tender in the engine bay, do not put it directly on the battery in the trunk

Chauncey.Bishop · 10-18-2018, 12:55 PM

All good advice, don't forget fuel stabilizer!

2Live4 · 11-09-2018, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by KSA.m6

I use BMW battery tender, but if I remember correctly it's a rebranded CTEK charger.
AGM battery

Thanks! I bought the CTEK MXS 5.0

https://www.ctek.com/products/vehicle/mxs-5-0

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hook up the battery to a tender in the engine bay, do not put it directly on the battery in the trunk

Yes, that's what I've been doing.

However, I just put on winter tires so I'll be driving the M5 on good days.

black_F10M5 · 11-18-2018, 07:50 AM

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Thanks! I bought the CTEK MXS 5.0

https://www.ctek.com/products/vehicle/mxs-5-0

Yes, that's what I've been doing.

However, I just put on winter tires so I'll be driving the M5 on good days.

I have a CTEK MUS 4.3 which I believe is the same exact one that BMW rebrands for their own, part# 61432408594

Any major difference between this one and the CTEK MXS 5.0 you mentioned above?

black_F10M5 · 11-18-2018, 08:05 AM

Also do you know what kind of batteries come stock in the F10 M5? Is it a non-AGM?

M5_Gator · 01-25-2019, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by black_F10M5

Also do you know what kind of batteries come stock in the F10 M5? Is it a non-AGM?

It's AGM

M5_Gator · 01-25-2019, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by black_F10M5

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Originally Posted by 2Live4

Thanks! I bought the CTEK MXS 5.0

https://www.ctek.com/products/vehicle/mxs-5-0

Yes, that's what I've been doing.

However, I just put on winter tires so I'll be driving the M5 on good days.

I have a CTEK MUS 4.3 which I believe is the same exact one that BMW rebrands for their own, part# 61432408594

Any major difference between this one and the CTEK MXS 5.0 you mentioned above?

I just had to purchase a battery charger given the extremely cold weather here lately, so I just did the research on them. Decided to go with CTEK.

The 5 is pretty much a newer version of the 4. The 5 is the one currently listed on the CTEK website. They're very similar units. I ended up buying the 5 on amazon, it was actually $20 less than the 4..

pcohen15 · 07-31-2019, 02:41 AM

Do I still need a trickle charger if only sitting for a week? Battery is 7 months old.

nothingbutspeed · 07-31-2019, 12:49 PM

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Do I still need a trickle charger if only sitting for a week? Battery is 7 months old.

I was gone for 9 days recently, had the car for only 3 months now. It's a 2013 and assuming it's factory battery only 21k miles. Started just fine after that time period.

pcohen15 · 07-31-2019, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by nothingbutspeed

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Originally Posted by pcohen15

Do I still need a trickle charger if only sitting for a week? Battery is 7 months old.

I was gone for 9 days recently, had the car for only 3 months now. It's a 2013 and assuming it's factory battery only 21k miles. Started just fine after that time period.

Thanks. Good to know. I just bought the Ctek MXS 5 anyway since it's 105+ degrees here now and not much cooler in my garage. For the $66 it cost me on Amazon, I figured it was cheap protection.

mrtt · 08-02-2019, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by pcohen15

Do I still need a trickle charger if only sitting for a week? Battery is 7 months old.

you will be fine, although it's a good idea to connect to a trickle charger if you are not driving often

OneExtra · 08-02-2019, 08:37 AM

Don't forget to select AGM on the charger

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SapphireM5 Major 711 Rep 1,107 Posts Drives: 2013 M5 Sapphire Black Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (3)	If your storing and putting on jack stands, make sure you put the stands under the lower control arms so the suspension is loaded. You do not want to leave the suspension at full extension for an extended time. I also put dryer sheets in my cars all over the interior, keeps critters away. Trickle charger is a must, full tank of fuel is a must and full detail inside and out. I also would change the oil the day of storage and try to limit the run time so the oil is as fresh as possible for storage. GL! __________________ '13 Black Sapphire Metallic - BPM Stage 1 Tune - RPI Exhaust - KW HAS Kit - 12mm spacers all around- Carbon Fiber front lip - High Kick Trunk Spoiler - Rear Roof Spoiler - IND Kidney and Fender Grills - 20% Tint all around 50% Front Windshield - PPF
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