How will I know when the 12 volt battery needs replacement?

[Maquis]

And how many of them were AGM? Lots of AGMs failing to charge properly.

That’s moving the goalposts….

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[Hammered]

That’s moving the goalposts….

All of the new vehicles come with AGMs, quoting experiences with FLA and SLA isn't relevant to the issues ongoing with AGMs.

I can accomplish the same solution with a Battery Tender. I would never waste that kind of money nor add that weight. Glad it worked for you.

I only picked up 3lbs

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[khbkhb]

Will I get a warning when my LV…

I suggest an aftermarket tester like https://a.co/d/aQiCjZJ makes it easy to track ...in "accessory" mode " you should see well over 12v. In drive mode 13-14v

A load tester can give a higher quality answer but with the buried terminals in the machE not super handy. 12V Car Battery Tester, TOPDON... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5T7212M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

With a Bluetooth OBD2 dongle and an app like "car scanner" you can get the 12v info from the machE's internal monitor

 

[OrchidMania]

I got this message from ford psss today. Last time st dealer was February for HVBJB. Car is 2 years old I’m on S florida. No garage so have I been in red for 3 months?? Advise please

 

[AtomicInternet]

Your battery is at the 20 yard line. You need to kick or run in for a touchdown.

 

[bshaw]

I got this message from ford psss today. Last time st dealer was February for HVBJB. Car is 2 years old I’m on S florida. No garage so have I been in red for 3 months?? Advise please

If your car is only 2-yrs old, then I think a failing 12V would fall under the 3-yr warranty (unless you're over on miles)? Ask your dealer if its covered under warranty and if yes, then do it.

In my experience, the 12V batteries all seem to have about the same lifetime -- 3yrs is short and 5yrs is exceptionally long. In a warm climate, I don't know why it would be near failure after only 2-yrs.

 

[Teslaeata]

I got this message from ford psss today. Last time st dealer was February for HVBJB. Car is 2 years old I’m on S florida. No garage so have I been in red for 3 months?? Advise please

I’d follow the maker’s and dealer’s recommendations and have it changed, under warranty if possible, if not I’d pay for it (mine if required, not yours?).

They’re not expensive.

Your experience proves the value of taking car in for its routine servicing on time & other recommended maintenance, I’d ignore all the claims of “all they do on a service is swap tyres around & change cabin filter.

They check things like the battery, go underneath for an expert examination and do safety & general checks-it’s a preventative thing and worth every penny ??

Enjoy the MMe Experience?

 

[OrchidMania]

If your car is only 2-yrs old, then I think a failing 12V would fall under the 3-yr warranty (unless you're over on miles)? Ask your dealer if its covered under warranty and if yes, then do it.

In my experience, the 12V batteries all seem to have about the same lifetime -- 3yrs is short and 5yrs is exceptionally long. In a warm climate, I don't know why it would be near failure after only 2-yrs.

Only have 8500 miles was planing a 200 mile trip this Sunday for 2 days Hotel has charger so can keep it plugged in. Or take husband ice

 

[Mach-Lee]

I got this message from ford psss today. Last time st dealer was February for HVBJB. Car is 2 years old I’m on S florida. No garage so have I been in red for 3 months?? Advise please

There is no indication in the vehicle data that the 12V battery is bad. It does not need replacement at this time. I'm not sure why that message was triggered, but it could be dealer fundraising.

 

[OrchidMania]

There is no indication in the vehicle data that the 12V battery is bad. It does not need replacement at this time. I'm not sure why that message was triggered, but it could be dealer fundraising.

Thank you. Was hoping from a reply from you. Would you drive to car from miami to cocoa beach without worries? Also should I charge up L1 or L2 before trip or doesn’t matter. Thanks again !

I suggest an aftermarket tester like https://a.co/d/aQiCjZJ makes it easy to track ...in "accessory" mode " you should see well over 12v. In drive mode 13-14v

A load tester can give a higher quality answer but with the buried terminals in the machE not super handy. 12V Car Battery Tester, TOPDON... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5T7212M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

With a Bluetooth OBD2 dongle and an app like "car scanner" you can get the 12v info from the machE's internal monitor

Recommendations for an odb2 dongle? Going to buy one today

 

[Falcon53]

I’d follow the maker’s and dealer’s recommendations and have it changed, under warranty if possible, if not I’d pay for it (mine if required, not yours?).

They’re not expensive.

Your experience proves the value of taking car in for its routine servicing on time & other recommended maintenance, I’d ignore all the claims of “all they do on a service is swap tyres around & change cabin filter.

They check things like the battery, go underneath for an expert examination and do safety & general checks-it’s a preventative thing and worth every penny ??

Enjoy the MMe Experience?

What is the cost of replacement?

 

[Space_Pony]

What is the cost of replacement?

I saw someplace that Ford charged $500 to replace and install. More than what I'd pay.

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