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Can a failing voltage regulator in a modern alternator mimic the exact symptoms of a parasitic battery drain on a 2018 BMW 340i?

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Can a failing voltage regulator in a modern alternator mimic the exact symptoms of a parasitic battery drain on a 2018 BMW 340i?
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2018 BMW 340i B58 alternator voltage regulator BSD charging system parasitic draw diode leakage diagnosisGoogle ↗
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2018 BMW 340i B58 alternator voltage regulator BSD charging system parasitic draw diode leakage diagnosis Google ↗
  1. Reference Manual · bmwtechinfo.bmwgroup.com
  2. BMW Alternator Failure: Symptoms & Charging System Tests · bmwguidebook.com
  3. BMW 2EBD · ezbimmer.com

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2018 BMW 340i B58 alternator voltage regulator BSD charging system parasitic draw diode leakage diagnosis
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