Battery Dead

[wht91ex778]

I left for my lunch break today at work and had a dead battery. I had left the lights on from this morning. I had the car jumped and no problem. On the way home I noticed that as I came to a stop the engine seemed like it was going to die. It never did though. I know the battery cables were really loose and I will replace them asap. Could the loose battery connection cause my problem? Also the power locks will only work when the car is running. If the key is off, its almost like there is not enough power to unlock. Sorry for the long post, any ideas.

[Chino10460]

Yeah it should be the loose battery cable or it could be the battery terminals being dirty

[PakaloloHonda]

I find it interesting that you left your lights on, and the idiot audio sound never came on?
I know that if I leave my lights on and turn off the motor, I get an audio sound (beeping)
that alerts me to make sure that I turn my lights off.

In regards to why your motor seems to wanna die, I have no idea .. maybe test the batt,
do a hydrometer test, and also a test on the alt. to see if it's working properly.

Hell, if something like that happened to me, I'd do a complete charging system test.

Hope it all works out ..

A Hui Hou !!!
Tomi

[UrDoneSRH]

most likely loose terminals... power fading while your engine is running really has nothing to do with your battery, your battery is only for starting and voltage regulation through your electrical system, your alternator is what gives you power while your driving. but if your cables are loose that could cause your problem.

[wht91ex778]

I find it interesting that you left your lights on, and the idiot audio sound never came on?
I know that if I leave my lights on and turn off the motor, I get an audio sound (beeping)
that alerts me to make sure that I turn my lights off.

In regards to why your motor seems to wanna die, I have no idea .. maybe test the batt,
do a hydrometer test, and also a test on the alt. to see if it's working properly.

Hell, if something like that happened to me, I'd do a complete charging system test.

Hope it all works out ..

A Hui Hou !!!
Tomi

I'm not sure why, but I don't have the idiot beep when the lights are left on.
How can I check this? I am going to test the system tomorrow and replace whatever is needed. Thanks for the input.

[jdm_inspired]

When you jump your battery, you need to recharge it by driving it around the place. You cant just get it jumped and shut it off. You need to drive around at least 15 mins. As for the loose cables, if you loose connection with battery, your alternator turns into your primary power supply. You can honestly run your car without a battery once its started but its not suggested. If the battery keeps getting an on and off connection, it will cause your car to act as if it was gonna die. I had the same problem before. Get the power supply secure. Its important you get that fixed asap.

It shouldnt be your alternator, but if you want to test it out, start your car and disconnect your positive battery. If your car dies immediately, you need to replace your alternator.

Good luck with your situation.
-Ant

[wht91ex778]

most likely loose terminals... power fading while your engine is running really has nothing to do with your battery, your battery is only for starting and voltage regulation through your electrical system, your alternator is what gives you power while your driving. but if your cables are loose that could cause your problem.

Connection terminals and/or cables will be replaced this weekend. I want to relocate the battery anyway so why not now. Does anyone have a how-to on this to help the process.

[wht91ex778]

jdm inspired, car looks sweet. How do you like your apexi exhaust? How's the sound, fit, ext.

[UrDoneSRH]

relocating the battery consists of moving the battery, mounting it in the new location and running your longer power wires to it. its pretty simple, if you dont know how to do it already you should probably have someone help you.

[wht91ex778]

Yes I understand that, I want to relocate it to the trunk, and just looking for any tips or tricks to make it go smooth.

[jdm_inspired]

jdm inspired, car looks sweet. How do you like your apexi exhaust? How's the sound, fit, ext.

Its nice. Quiet yet feel gains. Problem is it hangs low, so if you're planning on super dumping your car, you should rethink this or do what I did, and get the piping cut and raised.

[wht91ex778]

Its nice. Quiet yet feel gains. Problem is it hangs low, so if you're planning on super dumping your car, you should rethink this or do what I did, and get the piping cut and raised.

Thanks for the info. I'm looking at neuspeed sports with neuspeed koni's. I don't think I'll need to worry then.

[jdm_inspired]

Thanks for the info. I'm looking at neuspeed sports with neuspeed koni's. I don't think I'll need to worry then.

Get it. The WS is worth it. Be prepared for ass-cops to pull you over for bling. My shit shinned like a mirror at night so I blacked it out.

[slammed4thgen]

ant do you know what the tanabe super hyper medalion is like? anybody had one?

[jdm_inspired]

ant do you know what the tanabe super hyper medalion is like? anybody had one?

Nah, I dont. And I replied late, haha sorry.