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Battery Spec
« on: Apr 4th, 2004, 1:34pm » |
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I've had my Scorp for 2 years now and have had only one problem with it  - flat battery.
It's a '95 Estate with all the extras (except battery cover  ), 2.0 16v. In Cornwall (Oct 2002) we got loads of rain and this flattened the battery. I got a replacement new battery but now if I leave it for anything over 48 hours it needs recharging. It's 12v, 54 aH, 510 A. Is this powerful enough or should I get another one? Also could this indicate an alternator problem? It charges at 13.6v when the engine is running. Any clues would be really helpful, thanks.
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Re: Battery Spec
« Reply #1 on: Apr 4th, 2004, 1:42pm » |
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i'll let others talk you through any particular charging problems but it is a must that you get the battery cover. Finis 1011540 price 7-00.
Read details on our site to see the harm that can be caused by not having one fitted.
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Re: Battery Spec
« Reply #2 on: Apr 4th, 2004, 6:52pm » |
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I think it should charge at 13.8 minimum
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Re: Battery Spec
« Reply #3 on: Apr 5th, 2004, 6:28pm » |
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Thanks allante,
After being charged overnight the car started and battery is being charged at 13.9 according to the dash - think I'll replace it and see what happens. Perhaps I've a drain somewhere.
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