Is it necessary to register the battery after replacing it in a BMW X5? Registration of the battery on a BMW. Registration of the battery after replacement must be done starting from the 7 series BMW E65 body, X-series BMW starting from the E70 body. On all subsequent BMWs it is necessary to perform this service function. Many e-series models, all f-series and g-series BMW. Registration must be done on all cars that have an IBS sensor, an intelligent battery charging sensor.