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by alistairSH 1054 days ago
It's not just that. For example, BMW has paired the main battery to the ECU in their cars for years. So a dead battery requires a trip to an authorized repair shop (or buying an OBD scan tool) to have a new battery operate correctly. This is relatively easy & safe ~4 bolt job (2 tether the battery, then 1 for each terminal) in many other cars. Technically, it can be self-repaired, but it's extra steps and cost because reasons.
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This is the first i've heard of that. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.