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• Peugeot 206sw - Dead Battery 20 Mar 2016 (Forum)
  I'm struggling to get into the car :( Can anyone tell me is there a way to provide a sufficient charge to the car without access to the battery, to enable the door locks to be opened via the key fob? Thanks in advance   a numpty
• 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.
• Renault Megane Cabrio 1998 2.0l - Maintaining Battery in Winter 10 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  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 on... Roughly how much should I drive my car to keep the battery in good condition?
• 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 ..they put a volt meter on it and you could see it dropping quite quickly when in the car so something is drawing the jiuce ...they said to take to main honda dealer as they will have the equipment to trace but anybody any other ideas ??
• 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 get enough power into the battery to activate the central locking system, once the central locking is activated the engine will start.
• C Max 1.8 Petrol - Calcium Batteries 5 Jun 2012 (Forum)
  None of their batteries do. Does anyone know whether they are indeed calcium? On checking the Euro Car Parts website (I have a branch nearby and they are open tomorrow) they too list the S4 among others, but again, no mention of a calcium alternative.
• 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!
• Nissan Micra (1992 - 2003) - 02 1.0 NATS, Immobiliser- who knows 24 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  Would disconnecting the battery mess up the NATS/Immobiliser? The key is not a remote locking type but has a little blue bit on its side, probably for the battery? Any help much appreciated.
• Rover 200 (1995 - 1999) - 00 1.4 Battery draining overnight 23 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  One morning the car would not start so I fitted a new battery and it started immediately. However, the next morning the battery is completly dead again - not even enough power to turn the interior light on or operate the central locking. I know to check the obvious such as the boot light etc, but I would appreciate it if anybody has any ideas or advice on how to track the source of the power drain.
• Honda Accord Tourer (2003 - 2008) - 2003 - New Battery 23 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  Bit of a long shot this. Need new battery for my Accord Tourer (2003) - bought a Bosch from Costco tonight - book did not show an entry for the tourer so took a standard Accord one. This does not fit in the space (too big) - don't suppose anyone knows which battery I need?
• mondeo key battery central locking 30 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  He says that the remote fob no longer activates the cental locking so he has to manually use the key in drivers door which will then activate the central locking ok. He has replaced the battery in the key fob but this has not changed the situation. However, his local Ford dealer says that he needs to have the key reprogrammed now that he has fitted a new battery? Can anyone confirm if this is likely to put things right or is there something else we could try first?
• Passat 2001 Battery Removal 24 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  I'm pretty sure that the battery on my 2001 Passat pdi SE needs replacing. Could someone answer these questions please? 1) How do you get the battery out after removing the large plastic panel - does the other plastic panel up against the windscreen have to be removed?
• The right way to charge? 27 Dec 2001 (Forum)
  So I ask, what is correct? Do I do any damage in not disconnecting the battery, and if so, what? DVD
• aluminum-ion-battery-charges-60-times-faster-than 27 May 2021 (Forum)
  https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaeltaylor/2021/05/13/ev-range-breakthrough-as-new-aluminum-ion-battery-charges-60-times-faster-than-lithium-ion/?utm_source=pocket-newtab-global-en-GB&sh=26ea80c46d28
• Nissan Micra - How can I secure a Micra without a battery? 9 Mar 2015 (Forum)
  How can I secure a Micra when the battery has been removed for charging? I can use the mechanical lock to secure the nearside door but I cannot see how to secure the offside door.
• Mercedes-Benz A170 CDI Auto - Selling My Faulty Car 30 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  I have a Merc A170 cdi with faulty alternator. Start the car move away and the battery light comes on, loss of power steering. Have only checked the battery voltage and it seems alternator is  not charging the battery.  
• Ford Focus - PLEASE HELP.MY CAR BATTERY VOLTAGE IS TOO HIGH.I5 22 Jan 2014 (Forum)
  i just have my ford focus 1.4 alternator changed but the battery voltage output is too high.its above 15.what could be the problem? ...and ist bad for my car..please someone help me
• 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}