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Lexus rx400h - solar trickle chargers 10 Mar 2013 (Forum)
I understand there have been several cases of the > auxillary battery being drained over this period or less and that the > use of a trickle charger to maintain the battery power would be most > sensible. -
VW Campervan T2 Bay late 1972 - Headlights staying on 15 Jul 2011 (Forum)
Van not often used so battery out for long periods - but reconnected battery after some weeks and both headlights came on regardless of ingition being turned on light switch on etc. Headlamp relay clicking in as soon as battery connected it seems. -
rover 214 1997 8v - starting problems 16 Nov 2010 (Forum)
Hi can anybody help me, my rover has had a continuous starting problem since i bought it six months ago, have had new starter motor and battery. if the car is left overnight it will not start next morning, all the battery lights ect on dashboard are pretty strong but car will just turn over but not fire up, ive got one of them emergency power units which you connect to your battery terminals and it starts straight away, this is baffling me please help!! -
Looking to buy the following Batteries 16 Jan 2010 (Forum)
I need the these items within the next 10 days ; Pair of van / truck batteries , proper identifier numbers are : 643 and a 644 . Portable jump starter of at least 1000 amp ( AA used it to jump start my 6.9 diesel V8, to my amazement ) . My piddly standard 400 amp machine didn't even turn it. -
Alfa Romeo 156 (1998 - 2005) - 03 1.9 Battery 156 19 Nov 2009 (Forum)
Can you help or advise me on this. I had a flat battery on my alfa 156 which looks like has had it. I have managed to replace with another. My problem is now I have power but no ignition. When I turn the key to MAR There is also a lot of ticking going on. -
Renault - Master campervan - 1987 2.0 di electrical problem 30 Mar 2009 (Forum)
First of all it is a renault master that i have (camper van) and the problem is that recently i have the red battery light coming on for quite a while----i toured scotland last year and it was on for most of the trip. i fitted a new battery, fan belt, and a new alternator but it still comes on. It may go off for a short while, soon to reappear---the battery voltage reads 13.5--yet the light won't go off. -
Hyundai Accent (2000 - 2006) - (00-06) Maintenance questions 13 Jan 2008 (Forum)
Hi all I wonder if you would be to help me with the following questions: 1. DO I have to reset the car alarm or anything when I replace the car battery? 2. How often does the battery need to be changed? 3. Are there different types of coolants? 4. I have not changed the gearbox and brake fluid for 3 years, is it time to do so? 5. How can I test whether it is the battery or the alternator that needs to be changed? -
Key problems on '00 BMW 7 Series 20 Aug 2006 (Forum)
The problem was the gradual inability of the key to lock/unlock the car remotely, which to me pointed to a new battery. The dealer simply ordered him a new key. I managed to get the old one apart just before he left today, but the battery didn't want to come out easily before he had to go. Are battery changes possible with these? -
MR2 remote key fob 25 Jul 2004 (Forum)
I have a '97 MR2 mk2, one of the key fobs has lost synchronisation with the car, (battery is still good). Does anyone know the sequence of removing the battery / pressing buttons required to resynchronise ? Cheers Dan -
Why does the battery on my Alfa Romeo 159 TI discharge after two weeks without use? 8 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Last year I purchased an Alfa Romeo 159 TI from new. I was travelling 50 miles to and from work each day. Initially the car was near perfect and I certainly... -
Are these kits that increases EV battery capacity legal? 4 Sep 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have seen adverts for kits from China that increase battery capacity of BEVs. Are these modifications legal and do they have to be declared to insurance?... -
Does a Kia Sportage Hybrid use the engine to charge the battery? 23 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have just been told by a Kia mechanic at our local Kia dealer that my Sportage GT line S self charging HEV only ever is powered by the electric motor... -
What's the difference between self-charging and plug-in hybrids? 1 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
What is the difference between a self charge hybrid and a plug in hybrid and which one would you recommend -
Why are EV servicing costs so high? 14 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
Just had my 2019 Renault Zoe serviced. Taken aback to be told it needs a routine 12V battery change and brake fluid replacement. Battery is £140 and brake... -
I only do around 1000 miles a year - would a hybrid suit my needs? 21 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
My current car is a BMW 320i, bought new in 2014 and has 12,800 miles on the clock. Would my usage suit a hybrid or would the battery be a problem with... -
Should we buy an electric vehicle outright? 1 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
We're looking at the MG ZS EV to replace our 2014 Nissan X-Trail. We're not keen on paying interest on a lease when we could afford to buy outright and... -
Does rapid charging damage electric vehicles? 30 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
Does the rapid charging of electric cars have any significant detrimental effects, i.e. shortening the battery's life? -
Why am I getting less mpg than expected in my Toyota Auris Hybrid? 24 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 Toyota Auris Hybrid and the electric engine appears to have a very short range. On the indicator of battery power you can never get it fully... -
Plug-in hybrid engine reliability 19 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
Over some 35+ years of car ownership I have repeatedly been warned of the dangers of buying old low mileage cars, due to the likelihood that the engine... -
What caused my Lexus CT200H's battery to discharge in three weeks? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am the owner of a Lexus CT200h, which is just over one year old and has 11,000 miles on the clock. Over Christmas I left my car parked locked and secure...
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