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• Citroen Xsara Picasso 2.0 Hdi - Battery warning light 9 Jan 2012 (Forum)
  Driving home this afternoon the battery warning light came on and the car lost all power coming to a stop. I re-started the car OK and drove the remaining half mile home without any warning light or problems. Any ideas?
• BMW 3-Series E36 (1991 - 1998) - 96 1.6 starting problems/battery 11 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  bmw the car has broken down have bought a new battery but when connecting it up the points keep sparking and i cant leave it connected any help would be greatful thanks
• Volkswagen Polo III (1994 - 1999) - 1999 1.4 - Constant flat battery problem 24 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  i had a hi-fi installed by Halfords and i've now been through 3 batteries. What could the problem be? {year and engine info added/amended following email confirmation}
• FIAT Punto II (1999 - 2006) - 04 1.2 Could a failing battery cause clutch judder 21 Nov 2008 (Forum)
  I replaced the ailing battery on my wife's Punto today and the slight clutch judder that has been apparent seems to have gone. Am I imagining this?
• Vauxhall Corsa B (1993 - 2000) - disarming alarm to remove battery 26 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  i am trying to remove my car battery to replace it, however everytime i try to do so, the alarm goes of. i was wondering if anyone knows how to completely disarm the vauxhall 901 system alarm?
• Rover 400 (1995 - 1999) - 414i key fob battery change 2 Nov 2007 (Forum)
  I want to change the battery in my key fob.can it cause to not unlock the immobiliser? Can you pls give me some advice how to change it without getting in trubble? (or can i change it while the engine is running)
• Battery Charger. 22 Apr 2005 (Forum)
  Having flooded my CBR1000F again this morning and attempting to start it this evening i know find i'm in need of a battery charger. Before i go to Halfords , anybody got a recommedation for buying on the WWW. Basicly 12V and around a 4AH charging rate will surfice. I,ve seen a Draper charger
• Solar powered battery chargers 1 Dec 2003 (Forum)
  Does anyone have any experience of these solar powered trickle chargers that you plug in the cigar lighter to keep the battery topped up? There seem to be various models available from £20 to £400 and I know you get what you pay for but is the £20 end of the market a complete waste of time?
• Jaguar S type battery rundown 22 Jul 2001 (Forum)
  Should a 2000 model Jaguar S type be able to go longer than 8 days, fully alarmed without running the battery dead? If so, what do I need to say to a dealer who claims there are no problems with it? If not, what to do to avoid the problem? Many thanks in advance.
• 2007 Fiat Panda - Battery dash indicator flashing on and off 29 May 2023 (Forum)
  Hi when i switch on the ignitio the battery dash indicator flashes on and off. when istart the engine it goes off and stays off while the engine is running. I am not sure if this is normal as when you get in to start the car you don't normally sit and look at the dash lights you start up
• Electric - £4'500 Bill 23 Nov 2021 (Forum)
  of battery mistakes that could land them £4,500 bill (msn.com)    As one of the customers I del to also confirmed the batteries in new electric cars are usually only guaranteed for 5 years, and, unlike diesel or petrol, if you do run out of juice then you have to wait
• BMW - Battery on Mini Cooper 24 Jan 2020 (Forum)
  I was starting to get battery warning light on dash if engine was off but Stereo on (cleaning inside car etc) It does a lot of short distance stop starts. I was going to ask for assistance in getting battery out but as it turned out I had a 9 hours drive on Monday anyway.  I have
• Nissan Qashqai 1.2 Petrol - Nissan Qashqai battery problem. 13 Jun 2016 (Forum)
  I returned from a two week holiday and my 2014 Qashqai would not start due to a flat battery and I had to charge it with a Smart charger.  It is booked in with a main dealer for checking.  I do mainly short journeys but with one fifty mile motorway round trip per week. I naver use
• Peugeot 206sw - Dead Battery 20 Mar 2016 (Forum)
  Hi, The car has been sat on the drive for a year and I cannot get into it as it's got a dead battery.  The door looks are ceased for use with the key it's self.  I can't get in to pull the bonnet release cable. I've tried a coat hanger to get to the door lock - no luck
• Hyundai Getz - Electrical fault? 9 Jul 2015 (Forum)
  Attempted battery change DIY style. I checked for written instructions before commencing and I've done this once before, however, I connected the battery the wrong way round and sparks flew. I connected the battery correctly and the car starts and drives fine. However some electrics have gone now
• Renault Megane Cabrio 1998 2.0l - Maintaining Battery in Winter 10 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  Hi all, I'm just looking for a little advice please. I hardly ever use my car recently but need it to be ready to use in case of emergencies. So, as you would expect, the battery has packed in. I'm about to fit a new one and to prevent damaging that one, I'd like to know your opinion
• honda civic 2004ex auto - flat battery overnight 11 Sep 2013 (Forum)
  my battery keeps going flat when left overnight or for a few hours ..nothing obivous left on car runs well with no other problems ..halfords thought it might be the starter motor causing it but wouldnt put there neck and say for definate ...the battery is discharging as soon as the engine stops
• Volvo 900 Series - Brand new battery losing charge 6 May 2013 (Forum)
  I have a Volvo 900 series that has been converted into a Hea*** for my business. A week ago I replaced the battery and now find that it is not holding it's charge. I have had it checked for the Alternator and the Solenoid and everything is fine. By use of a power pack I can
• C Max 1.8 Petrol - Calcium Batteries 5 Jun 2012 (Forum)
  The battery on my CMax appears to have died - it's 8 years old, so not too bad. It's of the calcium variety, so from previous advice on here, I intend replacing like for like. The Bosch website lists the S4 (Silver) as the direct replacement, but it doesn't mention 'calcium'. None
• VW Camper - Leisure battery 29 Jun 2010 (Forum)
  Hi, Can anyone recommend a 'decent'  leisure battery for my 1975 VW Camper??  Ive had a couple of unknown brand 85A ones from a well known camping shop!  Which dont last long at all when in use & will only charge to 75% when charged off the van!    I have