Totally different results when inputting reg number, but Bosch S4 looks to be good as it has 95ah but same CCA.By putting in your Jeep details, Euro part come up with these batteries.
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That’s exactly the problem that I found and eventually fitted a Yuasa slightly larger dimensions than the original Yuasa and then decided to not fit the cover that dropped down over the battery. Not really certain what the cover gives, but my terminals are properly protected with their fitted plastic protectors.
Got mine from Halfords too. Keenly priced but my main reason was if it went bad it’s only 2 miles from home to take it back. I had so much hassle with an online supplier in having to return a broken battery that I vowed never again. Used batteries come under the category of hazardous waste/ goods and normal courier companies aren’t licensed to transport them.
I think I may have put it across incorrectly. The original battery was 8 years when in needed changing. The current battery is 20 months old into a 3 year warranty. However I am unsure of its status as it would totally flat for a period of at least 5 days before it was recharged. I am very surprised that it recovered, but not sure if I can trust it.
Ok👍. Has your dealer tested the battery and given it a clean bill of health? Like JTQ I’d hate a duff battery ruin the new alternator. Do you know if it was the alternator or the battery that caused the catastrophic failure?
My car will sit for up to two weeks and regularly 4-5 days and until earlier this year was still on its original battery. I changed it because sometimes on cold day starts it lacked omph. Cars sit in dealerships without being run. So I think your concerns re alarm run down are somewhat unfounded.As a matter of interest if a battery goes low i.e. 11v or lower can it damage the Smart alternator? In our case it standing for the 5 days with battery at zero volts. Am I right in thinking that the consensus is that it would be better if the battery was changed even though it is reading normal at present?
Due to high cost of fuel sometimes the Jeep stands for 5 or more days and the alarm is a constant drain.
The Bosch S4 019 battery with 4 year warranty seems to be one of the better batteries. Then there is the Yuasa HSB019 Silver 12v battery with 5 year warranty from Halfords. I think the latter at £140 plus £18 fitting is preferred.
Thanks guys for all the valuable input it is really appreciated.
Goes to demonstrate my lack of knowledge regarding cars and batteries. My previous Jeep would sit at the airport up for 4 weeks and never had an issue starting.
That’s a slightly more difficult issue as you don’t know the status of the current battery. A recharge and drop test can only give so much information. Unless there are more specific tests I would go for a new battery.
For peace of mind I have elected to have the Yuasa HSB019 Battery fitted.
Battery to heavy for me to carry and do not have an AGM charger at home. I am wondering if one can do a straight swap with a lithium battery for the caravan?
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Thanks. Lithium is expensive, but over the years could amount to significant savings if sites introduce metering on pitches.Thought you might appreciate this article which with your Jeep could be your next caravan.
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