Why did my Ford Focus Zetec battery go flat?
Why did my Ford Focus Zetec battery go flat?
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).
How to change the battery in a Ford Focus Mk3?
How to change or remove the car battery in your Ford Focus Mk3 (2012+ model year). This video will give you a visual guide for this DIY. Just be prepare to work in tight space and take this 40+lbs object in & out of the car….. Always proceed with caution when working on cars. Subscribe to my channel for more future videos. When In Doubt, YouTube!
What kind of battery does Ford Focus 1.6 use?
There seams to be a number of battery types for 2008 1.6’s so be careful to get the correct type. If you intent to keep the car then go for a better 3yr warrantied battery The Ford Focus must be fitted with a calcium-type battery. Fitting a traditional lead-type will upset the Ford charging system and cause all sorts of problems.
Which is the best battery for Ford Zetec 1.6?
VARTA & Excide are the most respected battery makers. Bosch are badged versions. A battery with only 11.29v is dead. A better battery generaly has better CCA (Cold Crank Amp) so 540 is better. There seams to be a number of battery types for 2008 1.6’s so be careful to get the correct type.
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).
There seams to be a number of battery types for 2008 1.6’s so be careful to get the correct type. If you intent to keep the car then go for a better 3yr warrantied battery The Ford Focus must be fitted with a calcium-type battery. Fitting a traditional lead-type will upset the Ford charging system and cause all sorts of problems.
Why does my Ford Focus have a red battery light?
Although the battery is giving correct output, the acid levels / holding current of the cells in the battery are likely to be reduced. the error may just be the battery whinging that its not healthy, hence your ability to drive with all electrics on and still plenty of life.
VARTA & Excide are the most respected battery makers. Bosch are badged versions. A battery with only 11.29v is dead. A better battery generaly has better CCA (Cold Crank Amp) so 540 is better. There seams to be a number of battery types for 2008 1.6’s so be careful to get the correct type.
Although the battery is giving correct output, the acid levels / holding current of the cells in the battery are likely to be reduced. the error may just be the battery whinging that its not healthy, hence your ability to drive with all electrics on and still plenty of life.
