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  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
• Ford Fiesta (2002 - 2008) - 02 1.4 Jump started but battery light remains on 26 Nov 2009 (Forum)
  Our 1.4tdci wouldn't start after having been left overnight. I checked that there were no lights or electrics left on and it seems that nothing was. We jumped it and got it back home but the headlights appeared dim and the battery light was still on after five minutes of running the engine above
• 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
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  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.  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
• Nissan Micra (1992 - 2003) - 02 1.0 NATS, Immobiliser- who knows 24 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  Hi, I took the battery out of the car over this last snowy period (on the advice of my father in law) as I would not be using it. I tried starting it the other day & it wouldn't turn over. the lights are bright so battery fine i think. Would disconnecting the battery mess up the NATS/Immobiliser
• 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
• 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? Would prefer to get
• mondeo key battery central locking 30 Mar 2006 (Forum)
  My friend has an 02 mondeo 2.0 zetec. 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
• 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? If so, do the wipers have