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Should we drive our car on a roundtrip to prevent a flat battery during self isolation? 26 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
Our new car will be parked on our drive during the next 12 weeks due to our self isolation. What should we do to keep it in good overall condition? Should... -
My Rover 25 keyfob won't work - why? 5 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
There seems to be a problem with the locking system. Battery was bought new 10/09/12. Alternator belt 'went' and battery dead as a dodo 03/03/13. Alternator... -
“It’s draining - draining in my car.” 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a Honda Jazz Hatchback 1.4 i-VTEC EX, purchased September 2011, when 18 months old. During the first 6 months we had to have the battery replaced... -
Are Mazda 3s known for being susceptible for battery drain whilst parked for a few weeks? 15 Feb 2011 (Ask HJ)
Illness and zero degree weather meant that I did not start my 2009 Mazda 3 for three weeks. When I tried to start the vehicle the battery was flat. The... -
Ford Focus (1998 - 2004) - 99 1.8 Starting issues - crazy dials - battery pro 15 Jun 2008 (Forum)
At 80k miles on the original battery, I'm obviously overdue a replacement so I'm happy to replace it as a first attempt to sort this out as it's likely I'll need to replace it fairly soon anyway, but it's odd that a fully charged battery is still causing problems - I don't really know enough about car batteries and how they behave, but I wonder whether a new battery will behave any differently ? -
What replacement stop start battery would you recommend? 8 Aug 2024 (Ask HJ)
What replacement stop start battery would you recommend for a Mazda CX-30? -
Citroen Berlingo Multispce 1.5 HDI adblu Feel 2015 - Battery /alternator problems Need Help please! 17 Feb 2022 (Forum)
Still not charging battery. Mechanic baffled? Before I take to a Citroen specialist has anyone had this problem . ECU remapping has been mentioned to solve problem?? Tempted to get another vehicle if this is going to be an unreliable car situation for me as run an emergency pets to vets service and breaking down with battery problems is not an option. -
Can trickle chargers be used with stop-start engines? 3 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
Due to the coronavirus, I want to ensure that my car battery stays charged. The advice seems to be to use a trickle charger. I've noticed that many trickle... -
What is the cause of the electrical leek in my Fiat Idea? 20 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
My 2005 Fiat Idea automatic has an electrical leek problem. It doesn't hold its charge. If the battery is fully charged but the car is not used, the battery... -
I changed the battery in my 1994 Mazda MX-5 and now it won't start - what could be wrong? 17 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I recently fitted a new battery on my 1994 Mazda MX-5 after making a few small journeys and it started with no problem. I returned home and within half... -
Vauxhall Vectra C - Battery Drain 23 Apr 2016 (Forum)
Hi Guys I have had a slow battery drain on my Vectra for about a year. If left for about 1-2 weeks its goes totally dead. Have replaced battery and still same thing happens Today I have investigated it a little bit. I found that F31 in the engine fusebox was drawing 60mA when the car was asleep. -
Mini One 2003 - ECU Battery? 21 Feb 2016 (Forum)
They tell me I need a new door latch but I am reluctant to spend any money on the car as I am selling it for Spares or Repair. They refused to fit an isolator switch to enable me to stop the fault from draining the battery when the car is not in use. Their reason being that "they think" the ECU has a back up battery so I will only wear that down if the main car battery is disconnected. Does any one know if a Mini One 2003 contains a back up battery within the ECU?? -
How can I prevent my Volvo S80's battery from going flat when left? 10 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a Volvo S80 D5 and when I leave it, say, at an airport for more than about 12 days, the battery goes flat because I can't see how to lock the car... -
Skoda Fabia (2000 - 2007) - 02 1.4 constant flat battery! 31 Jan 2010 (Forum)
hi my next door neighbour is always at my door for a jump start he says every time he charges his battery its always dead again in the morning.he has put a brand new alternater in and bought two new batterys and its still the same. I had a look at it and put a 20amp tester on it to see how much currant it was drawing and it blew the fuse!. -
Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) - 02 1.4 Jump started but battery light remains on 26 Nov 2009 (Forum)
So I checked my Haynes only to find out after reading half the book that it was for our old R reg fiesta not this one. Any ideas what I should check next? Battery terminals appear to be fixed ok. Is it easy to check continuity between the battery and the alternator? Remember I don't have access to diagrams to see where items like the terminals on the alternators are. -
2007 Fiat Panda - Battery dash indicator flashing on and off 29 May 2023 (Forum)
I weas having a problem with the battery so ifitted anew one and had the alternator checked. any advise is welcome thanks Tony -
Electric - £4'500 Bill 23 Nov 2021 (Forum)
This is JUST THE COST OF THE BATTERIES, and they still have no way of recycling the batteries once they are no good, so not even eco friendly as the media would have you believe. -
What battery charger do you recommend? 16 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a float charger suitable for a Honda Jazz with stop-start. What would you suggest? -
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. -
Nissan Qashqai 1.2 Petrol - Nissan Qashqai battery problem. 13 Jun 2016 (Forum)
This failure has happened three times since I bought the car. Is there a known battery/charging fault with this car ? How should I proceed ?
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