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GOT PROBLEMS OR ISSUES? => GENERAL => Topic started by: jim27 on February 12, 2014, 18:17:18

Title: stop start
Post by: jim27 on February 12, 2014, 18:17:18

hi folks my stop start has stopped working and the battery has just passed the 40000 miles waranty.

 can i change the battery myself or does the car need reprogramed after change.

thanks in advance for any help

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: eye30 on February 12, 2014, 18:31:19

Welcome

I presume still in warranty so just take to dealer to sort as it may not be battery related.

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: jim27 on February 12, 2014, 18:43:53

battery is only covered for 40000 miles my car is a taxi and dealer told me that because my taxi radio is on all the time when working that its draining the battery. one the  battery gets below a certain level the stop start stops. i would have to leave it with them for near on two days to check and do an overnight recharge if needed. i would be cheeper changing battery myself taking into account loss of earnings hance the question of reprograming

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: eye30 on February 12, 2014, 18:55:16

You could ring the dealer to confirm but As far as i know you just change it as per normal.

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: Asterix on February 12, 2014, 18:55:48

Hi jim27

 :wttc:

I believe the only programming will be the radio stations.

I had my battery disconnected once, but actually don't remember if anything needed reprogramming, so just go for it.

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: jim27 on February 12, 2014, 19:03:22

thanks folks

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: asathorny on February 12, 2014, 19:04:55

I changed my battery recently and the only thing I had to reset was the radio....

Although I do not have ISG   :Pout:

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: Phil №❶ on February 12, 2014, 20:37:53

A radio can not drain a battery while the engine is in operation. The alternator fitted to these cars is well able to deal with the load. However, if the radio is on and the car is parked, that could certainly happen. I would connect the car to a charger when off. You can buy automatic chargers that will not overcharge the battery.

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: Dazzler on February 12, 2014, 20:43:36

Hi Jim and  :welcum:

If you do replace the battery, try and get one with a higher rating to reduce the chance of this happening again. I imagine the cost will be tax deductable anyway  :goodjob:

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: AlanHo on February 12, 2014, 23:09:42

If you can get hold of one - give the battery a full charge using an AGM type battery charger.

If this fails to revive the battery - then it must be replaced by an AGM Deep Cycle type. Don't be tempted by a cheaper standard lead acid or even a sealed gel battery.  The last time I checked decent batteries rated for stop/start diesels were around £200 each. Google "AGM Battery" for a full technical description.

The last time I changed a battery I first connected a spare battery across the cable terminals to maintain a 12 volt supply whilst I removed the old battery and fitted the new one.

That way you don't lose your radio settings etc.

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: Phil №❶ on February 12, 2014, 23:14:46

Me 2 :goodjob2:

Title: Re: stop start
Post by: jim27 on February 13, 2014, 09:38:04

Thanks folk I shall source a new battery and let yous know how I get on