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      01-27-2016, 08:43 AM   #75
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Originally Posted by aboulfad View Post
FYI, BMW recommends to hook the charger in the designated charging points under the hood. As for leaving it permanently in either locations, i personally wouldn't feel comfortable, as the crocodile clamps could dislodge and not sure about having inactive electronics (charger) connected to the battery ... My two cents !

Actually, the CTEK lithium charger comes with a separate cord that has eyelets instead of clips. This can be permanently connected to the jump start post, amd a nearby ground with no fear of disconnecting or shorting out. This is what I did.

For the record, the charger is not left connected to the car, as the short cord has a quick disconnect plug that is capped, making it weatherproof. Just pop the hood and connect when the car will sit for extended periods.
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