I own a 2006 Honda Accord 4-dr, with a 2.4lt., 4-cyl engine. Last week, I had parked it in my parking garage for roughly 8 hours while was at work and when I went to retrieve it...my garage guys said they needed to jump start it because the car was not turning over. Actually, to prove their point they needed to jump start in front of me because when they took me down to the car...once again they could not turn it over.
I took it my Honda who tested the battery and it came up as bad on two separate tests...their suggestion was to change the battery.
My question is simply...how can this occur in a car that is only slightly over three years old (I bought the car in July of '06) with no tricked out sound system to drain power off the battery?
And also...which battery would be the best to replace the current one in the car and should I just to the repair myself or bring to a shop?
Thanks for your help...Battery dying in 2006 Honda Accord...Why?Just the way it is.
the battery is gone. they generaly last 5-6 years but your did not
Get and interstate battery. they are the best.Battery dying in 2006 Honda Accord...Why?Sometimes if the door is not shut completely the interior light will stay on.The same can be said for the hood or trunk.
I go to Interstate Battery here in Florida.Their prices are fair and their warranty is great.They install for no extra %26quot;charge%26quot;.(pardon the pun)
It is simple to do yourself too.Just tell your retailer what kind of car you have and they will show you your options.Usually you will have 2 nuts to loosen at the battery tie down and 1 at each post.When you are loosening the red(positive) terminal make certain that the tool does NOT touch any other metal.A spark could ignite the battery or blow it up.Rare but it does happen.Battery dying in 2006 Honda Accord...Why?The batteries Honda vehicles are born with are short lived at best.They are conventional wet cell design which is now dinosaur technology.AGM (Absorbed Glass Matt) Batteries are NASA technology trickled down to us folk on the road.These are dry cell and double to triple the amperage your car was born with.They never leak,no corrosion on the posts ever,will work in sub zero or desert temperatures no matter what.You may have seen the %26quot;Six-Pack%26quot;designs of the %26quot;Optima%26quot; batteries at the parts stores.These are AGM in design,but waste plate area with their design.Johnson Controls (NASA)makes the %26quot;Platinum%26quot;battery for Sears.The only people Johnson Controls makes their Batteries for are NASA,the US Military and Sears. They come with a 10 year (that's right,TEN)with a four year FREE Replacement period before %26quot;adjustments%26quot;start.%26quot;Optima%26quot; will not give you that.Don't spend a cent on a wet cell until you check this technology out.They are costly ($218.00)but you will be able to throw out the jumper cables forever.I know,I own a %26quot;Platinum%26quot; and sell them.Battery dying in 2006 Honda Accord...Why?You need to replace the battery.Some batteries can go forever and some can't.The best battery on the market is called a Optima but they are very expensive.I would just get one with a good warranty.
You can replace it yourself it's not hard.Some parts store will replace it for you.If you have no mechanical skills then it would probably be better to take it to a shop
I would have someone check the alternator and make sure it is working properlyBattery dying in 2006 Honda Accord...Why?Also be aware that the alternator charges the battery so if the alternator is not working properly the battery won't get fully charged. It could be the battery or the alternator.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Electric Car Starter?
Lat year hubby bought me a car starter for my 2005 Chev Trailblazer- this year we changed the battery in the thing on my key ring and the car will not start- we have gone back to the guy who put it in and asked for him to call us- his wife says it needs to be reset- any one have any idea how to reset this thing? I have put the manual in a safe place - so safe we can't find it It is very cold in Maine . Thanks LindaElectric Car Starter?For theft related reasons, you have to have your keyless remote programmed by the dealership.Electric Car Starter?Well every remote start is different so until you find the manual he may not be able to do it either.Electric Car Starter?If you know the make of the system you can do a Google search. Most electronics manufacturers have a website with a support page. You should be able to download a copy of your manual.
How much Would it cost to change transmission fluid, motor oil, a battery, and front brake pads and rotors?
Hi,
My car is 01 Hyundai Sonata.
I recently had a car check up and the precision tune auto shop recommended me to get new ceramic brake pads and rotors and change the transmission oil, motor oil, brake fluid and the battery.
For those works, how much SHOULD it cost for me?, meaning what's the normal price range for the job?
They wanted $640. Do you think that cost makes sense?
I live in Northern California, near San Jose.
I'd appreciate your answers. Thank youHow much Would it cost to change transmission fluid, motor oil, a battery, and front brake pads and rotors?Parts cost is about $60 for pads, $150 for rotors, $20 for tranny fluid, $20 for oil/filter, $10 for brake fluid and $85 for battery prior to labor you already are at $350, so 4.5 hours to do the job seems very good. Now, if you need all this work I don't know, I suggest getting a second opinion and compare with the scheduled maintenance list for your car and follow that. Tranny fluid every 30K, oil/filter 5K, rest of items as needed.How much Would it cost to change transmission fluid, motor oil, a battery, and front brake pads and rotors?I would say that is on the high end.
I would say that the most expensive things they are hitting you for are the pad and rotors, and the battery. These auto shops have most consumers accustomed to paying high prices for brake jobs, when in fact they are cheap (strictly speaking about changing the pads and rotars, not the ABS system, etc...).
The battery I'm guessing shouldn't cost over $65. You could do that yourself.
I would try to find a shop that would do it for under $450. How much Would it cost to change transmission fluid, motor oil, a battery, and front brake pads and rotors?Well under $200 with quality parts if you do it your self. It's really easy stuff.
My car is 01 Hyundai Sonata.
I recently had a car check up and the precision tune auto shop recommended me to get new ceramic brake pads and rotors and change the transmission oil, motor oil, brake fluid and the battery.
For those works, how much SHOULD it cost for me?, meaning what's the normal price range for the job?
They wanted $640. Do you think that cost makes sense?
I live in Northern California, near San Jose.
I'd appreciate your answers. Thank youHow much Would it cost to change transmission fluid, motor oil, a battery, and front brake pads and rotors?Parts cost is about $60 for pads, $150 for rotors, $20 for tranny fluid, $20 for oil/filter, $10 for brake fluid and $85 for battery prior to labor you already are at $350, so 4.5 hours to do the job seems very good. Now, if you need all this work I don't know, I suggest getting a second opinion and compare with the scheduled maintenance list for your car and follow that. Tranny fluid every 30K, oil/filter 5K, rest of items as needed.How much Would it cost to change transmission fluid, motor oil, a battery, and front brake pads and rotors?I would say that is on the high end.
I would say that the most expensive things they are hitting you for are the pad and rotors, and the battery. These auto shops have most consumers accustomed to paying high prices for brake jobs, when in fact they are cheap (strictly speaking about changing the pads and rotars, not the ABS system, etc...).
The battery I'm guessing shouldn't cost over $65. You could do that yourself.
I would try to find a shop that would do it for under $450. How much Would it cost to change transmission fluid, motor oil, a battery, and front brake pads and rotors?Well under $200 with quality parts if you do it your self. It's really easy stuff.
How do I get into my locked car?
I have a 98 ford Taurus that has keypad locks. I have left the car sitting for about a year and the battery has died. since the battery died I am not able to use my keypad locks to get in the car. this keeps my from even being able to pop the hood to change my battery. any ideas on how I would go about alleviating this problem???? Also the car's tags are out of date so AAA will not unlock it for me, and I would prefer to not retaging it because I am in the process of selling it and its like 50 dollars for tags in Ohio.How do I get into my locked car?you will have to pay for a locksmith to do it, a coat hanger won't work in this case and that is about it. you could try a coat hanger if you want to. best of luck....How do I get into my locked car?dont you have a key you can put in the keyhole?How do I get into my locked car?I dont understand your problem, why are you NOT USING the backup KEYS to open it like regular? This is your car isn't it????How do I get into my locked car?BREAK A WINDOW!!!! :]How do I get into my locked car?Use the key to unlock the door, problem solved.
My car lights go down when the sound its high?!?
i got two amps, 4 components and a kicker 12, whenever i put them to sound very loud the lights goes like down with every beat, but today some guy on a car sound store told me that i need to buy a new car battery, a bigger one, because that might damage all the electrical system...
this is true?? then only with a battery will work? or i need to change the alternator to? or just leave that how it is??My car lights go down when the sound its high?!?battery isn't the problem. when the engine is running, the alternator supplies electrical power for the vehicle. yours, by the way, isn't putting out enough power. get a larger oneMy car lights go down when the sound its high?!?replacing the battery is the best option. but if your lights are only dipping a little then you cold purchase a capacitor from any car audio retailor. what it does is hen the sub hits and needs more power it takes it from the cap instead of the car and taking to much power.My car lights go down when the sound its high?!?it may be the wiring...
before buying a new battery or alternator, i would check all the wiring.
check grounds, fuses, connections, etc.
its not worth it to find out its not the battery or alternator after paying for it.
good luckofficial myspace how do i fix my computer
this is true?? then only with a battery will work? or i need to change the alternator to? or just leave that how it is??My car lights go down when the sound its high?!?battery isn't the problem. when the engine is running, the alternator supplies electrical power for the vehicle. yours, by the way, isn't putting out enough power. get a larger oneMy car lights go down when the sound its high?!?replacing the battery is the best option. but if your lights are only dipping a little then you cold purchase a capacitor from any car audio retailor. what it does is hen the sub hits and needs more power it takes it from the cap instead of the car and taking to much power.My car lights go down when the sound its high?!?it may be the wiring...
before buying a new battery or alternator, i would check all the wiring.
check grounds, fuses, connections, etc.
its not worth it to find out its not the battery or alternator after paying for it.
good luck
How to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?
I have a Saturn SL2 (2000) with 115K miles. I recently had the oil changed (not sure if this matters). When I went to start my car this morning it was very slow to start. The %26quot;change oil%26quot; light comes on and goes off quickly once the car is running. After starting it ran fine. When I got to my destination I started it up a few times, and it started normally. No electrical problems apparent. I went to work, then when I left it was really slow to start up again. Took about 8 seconds of cranking. It has never done this before and I have no idea what the problem could be. If anyone could help me troubleshoot, that would be great. I'd rather not have to take it to the shop if its something simple, but I don't want to damage my car or drain my battery since it seems to have starting issues.How to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?It could be those mentioned above: battery, starter would be first suspects. Have those checked out and go from there.How to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?get a new battery. On the battery, i believe they have cranking power or something like that you may want to check out your number and go to your local auto part store and get a better battery that is compatiable with your carHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?my 1991 honda accord had this problem too, but i dont know if it could be the same
like once in a while, my engine wouldnt start and i would have to do several tries to it with long 1 minute or more pauses inbetween each try
my mechanic checked it out and told me that it was my main relay, we got one from honda for 40 bucks and the problem never came back againHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?dirty spark plugsHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?Take it to a parts house and get them to check the Alt, if it checks out fine then its your starter.How to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?starter could be dragging, making the engine turn over slowlyHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?it could weak battary
check cramking amps to starter if battery ok try tune up
115k sound like tunk up to meHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?This problem can come from the battery. If the battery doesn't have the cranking amps that your car need It will lag. It can also come from the starter. Sometimes starters ware out and start to drag.How to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?most batterys only last 3 to 4 years , sounds like your battery is close to dyingHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?Try putting some fuel injection cleaner in it.
like once in a while, my engine wouldnt start and i would have to do several tries to it with long 1 minute or more pauses inbetween each try
my mechanic checked it out and told me that it was my main relay, we got one from honda for 40 bucks and the problem never came back againHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?dirty spark plugsHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?Take it to a parts house and get them to check the Alt, if it checks out fine then its your starter.How to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?starter could be dragging, making the engine turn over slowlyHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?it could weak battary
check cramking amps to starter if battery ok try tune up
115k sound like tunk up to meHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?This problem can come from the battery. If the battery doesn't have the cranking amps that your car need It will lag. It can also come from the starter. Sometimes starters ware out and start to drag.How to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?most batterys only last 3 to 4 years , sounds like your battery is close to dyingHow to troubleshoot my car? Runs fine but starts slowly?Try putting some fuel injection cleaner in it.
Does anyone know how to get a radio code for a Toyota wh8402?
My car battery ran down and I had to change it. Upon the change, the radio refused to come on as the code is needed to start-up. Can anyone lead me to the direction of getting this code?Does anyone know how to get a radio code for a Toyota wh8402?First is it the original radio? If so try looking in the manual for the code but I am guessing it will not be there... So just go to any Toyota Dealer they should be able to rest it or give you the code...Does anyone know how to get a radio code for a Toyota wh8402?the dealer has access to security codes. They wont give them out over the phone for theft reasons--you'll have to take it in.
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