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Україна (Ukraina) Replacing the battery on a modern vehicle is no longer a straightforward fit-and-forget task.
On vehicles with advanced technology and emission reduction systems such as Start-Stop and regenerative braking, battery replacement can be complex and time consuming.
It is essential the battery on these vehicles is replaced with one of the correct specification. If a vehicle is fitted with an AGM Start-Stop battery then the replacement must also be AGM Start-Stop. The same applies to EFB products.
Battery management system validation via the OBD port
Most modern vehicles come fitted with a Battery Management System (BMS). This must be reset through the on-board diagnostics (OBD) port to tell the vehicle when the battery has been replaced. On some vehicles including VW access to VSA and SFD systems is required.
Failure to fit the correct battery or reset the BMS can cause issues such as battery failure and complete loss of Start-Stop functionality.
Battery validation has rapidly become a mandatory requirement for most battery replacements.
The use of Battery Management Systems (BMS) is common on many vehicles. These systems monitor the battery throughout its life to maintain optimum charge efficiency and operation of the Start-Stop system.
On vehicles fitted with a BMS it is essential to reprogram the unit via the on-board diagnostics (OBD) port to validate that a new battery has been fitted.
Failure to validate battery replacement will result in:
- System faults
- In-car error messages
- Loss of Start-Stop functionality
- Significantly reduced battery life
Although workshops may already own diagnostic equipment, to have such a centrally important tool tied up on a relatively straightforward task is not ideal. Validate battery replacement quickly and simply with GS Yuasa’s Yu-Fit+ Battery Configurator.
Battery location and fitting time
On many new vehicles the battery is not fitted under the bonnet and locating it can take time.
The replacement process can also be extremely time consuming, with some vehicles requiring up to an hour and a half of work.
Yuasa’s USB Smart Button, Online Battery Lookup and GS Yuasa’s Yu-Fit+ Battery Configurator all offer a simple solution to save you time and money. Not only does it provide the correct battery recommendation, for trade users it displays estimated fitting time, battery location, validation warnings and even has downloadable procedures for replacement.
Find out more about our Battery configurator below
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