Ford KA will not turnover
Variant: 1.3 Zetec
Model Year: 2008
Categories:
Electrics, ECU, Warnings & Lights
After standing(in the open) for a few days, The starter motor sometimes will not turn over, showing all the symptoms of no power. Connecting charger shows it charging. After 5 mins or less the fully charged light is on and the car starts (after disconnecting charger). I believe that the charging time cannot materially affect the battery state. I have cleaned and greased the terminals and cable connectors, to no avail. Any suggestions gratefully received!
Posted: Dec 29, 2015 (8 years ago)
Sure it can,
there's even mini jump starter you connect via the accessories plug and wait 5 min's.
and it will start.
And I think your Ford is one of the ones fitted with a smart charging system so alternator charge is determined by the engine ECU,
IT decides if and when the alternator charges the battery.
So you 5 min' charge might be enough to "trick/fool" the smart charge system.
Only way to be sure is get the battery load tested,
And by that I don't mean putting a voltmeter on it.
I mean a dedicated battery load tester.
there's even mini jump starter you connect via the accessories plug and wait 5 min's.
and it will start.
And I think your Ford is one of the ones fitted with a smart charging system so alternator charge is determined by the engine ECU,
IT decides if and when the alternator charges the battery.
So you 5 min' charge might be enough to "trick/fool" the smart charge system.
Only way to be sure is get the battery load tested,
And by that I don't mean putting a voltmeter on it.
I mean a dedicated battery load tester.
Posted Dec 29, 2015 (8 years ago)
Probably a weak / bad battery . Agree with 1/4 drive ,
" Only way to be sure is get the battery load tested,
And by that I don't mean putting a voltmeter on it.
I mean a dedicated battery load tester." Amateurs think voltmeters can be used and have never seen or used the correct tool .
" Only way to be sure is get the battery load tested,
And by that I don't mean putting a voltmeter on it.
I mean a dedicated battery load tester." Amateurs think voltmeters can be used and have never seen or used the correct tool .
Posted Dec 30, 2015 (8 years ago)
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