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Lexus RX400h - Car Battery for Lexus 15 Dec 2010 (Forum)
How hard is it to get a replacement battery for a Lexus RX400h off the shelf. I don't really want to go to Lexus and get fleeced. I've tried a couple of high street multis. They don't seem to carry a large stock of batteries. This morning I was presented with 4 batteries at a battery -
Alfa 156 - New Battery 11 Dec 2014 (Forum)
Need a new battery for my car, was going to order one on line, but decided to measure the old one. The old battery is longer but not as high and of higher ah rating then the ones that various web sites say is the battery type for my model of car there are no markings on my old -
Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - 03 1.6 Lead or Calcium Batteries 23 Nov 2008 (Forum)
I think I will shortly need a new battery for my 1.6 petrol Focus. The question is do i have to replace the current battery with another Calcium battery or can I just use a regular lead acid battery, will this harm the alternator etc ? -
Charging car battery from car 24 Feb 2007 (Forum)
I want to charge a sealed car battery (not the main battery) as I drive around. I then remove the battery to run lights and stuff while camping/fishing/hunting. Is there an easy way to do this? -
Kia niro phev 2017 - battery 25 Feb 2022 (Forum)
Can I put normal battery, instead of auxiliary battery in the boot. -
Any - Battery 28 May 2016 (Forum)
Got an advisory that my battery was down to 63%. Is it time to change the battery or just keep going 'til it packs in completely? -
What's the life span of a battery in an EV? 17 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
I am becoming more interested in purchasing an electric car and at the age of 72 and a low mileage driver want it to last a long time. I imagine that the... -
I've changed the battery in my Rover 45 - why won't it start now? 2 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I recently changed the battery in my Rover 45 and it ran really well.The other day it started and sound like a tractor, it then died although the electrics... -
How to remove the battery on a Ford Focus 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
Just obtained a Type 110 (78AH) (700A crank) silver calcium battery replacement. How do you remove the old one? In this model, the battery is fitted... -
I've replaced the batteries in my keys but the car still says low battery 23 Oct 2024 (Ask HJ)
I have replaced my key fob batteries on a couple of occasions but it still indicates that the battery is low. Am i missing something here that i should... -
How can I tell the age of a car battery? 2 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
I want to know if the battery that's fitted to my 2015 Audi is original to the car, as a replacement is very expensive. It does not have an obvious date... -
Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 Petrol - Replacement battery - Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 Petrol 30 Apr 2015 (Forum)
Hi all I own a 2008 Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 Petrol. Couple of days ago the battery on it went flat. I called up AA guys for a jumpstart (and to establish the reason behind battery dying all of a sudden). The guy was helpful and jumpstarted the car. left is the engine -
What's the best battery charger? 12 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have an Exide Premium 030 75AH battery fitted to a 1999 Lexus LS400. I need to know what battery chargers are most suitable to maintain good battery... -
What battery charger do you recommend? 16 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
What charger do I need to replenish my 2021 Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV flat battery please -
How much does replacing an electric car battery cost? 15 Sep 2020 (Ask HJ)
How much does it cost when an electric car battery goes bad or fails? -
What's the best battery for my 1995 Jaguar XJ? 18 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
I need a new battery for my Jaguar XJ (X300) 3.2L 1995. Which one would you recommend for me? -
I've heard of rapid battery drainage in Honda vehicles - how do I combat this? 2 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
I've just bought a Honda CRV. I've heard of, and experienced (mother-in-law's Honda Jazz), rapid battery drainage. I have seen various solar-powered trickle... -
Lexus battery fully charged but car still "dead" 2 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
My dad has a 1998 Lexus that isn't used very often and so the battery has gone flat a number of times. He now leaves the battery on charge periodically.... -
Can storing a hybrid for several months damage the batteries? 17 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
My son is thinking of buying a Toyota Yaris Cross which may be left in storage for some months at a time. No electric supply will be available. Can this... -
How long will the battery last in a Honda Jazz Hybrid? 27 Apr 2022 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a new Honda Jazz Hybrid. My only concern is the lifespan of the batteries powering the motors. I intend to keep the car for 10 or...