joeriv
Well-known member
I read more than a few posts about dying 12 volt batteries and the havoc it can cause. Seems to me a couple of basic tools for any Leaf can prevent these problems - my 2013 Leaf’s battery was in top shape for almost 3 1/2 years and I think these tools helped.
First I would get a 12 volt battery maintainer. When I travel for more than a few days I pop the hood and throw this on:
CTEK (56-865) US 0.8 12 Volt Fully Automatic 6 Step Battery Charger
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006CQ9BMO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It goes through a process to desulfate the battery to make it last longer. Second I use this to check the battery’s health:
SOLAR BA5 100-1200 Cold Cranking Amps Electronic Battery Tester
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017R5EQK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
So simple - just hook it up and get a reading - it tells you instantly how the battery stacks up to its rated CCA. I’ve seen posts where someone buys a 12 volt battery to discover that was not the issue.
IMHO these tools are worth the money to prevent 12 volt battery problems. There may be some cheaper tools available but these work great for me.
First I would get a 12 volt battery maintainer. When I travel for more than a few days I pop the hood and throw this on:
CTEK (56-865) US 0.8 12 Volt Fully Automatic 6 Step Battery Charger
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006CQ9BMO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It goes through a process to desulfate the battery to make it last longer. Second I use this to check the battery’s health:
SOLAR BA5 100-1200 Cold Cranking Amps Electronic Battery Tester
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017R5EQK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
So simple - just hook it up and get a reading - it tells you instantly how the battery stacks up to its rated CCA. I’ve seen posts where someone buys a 12 volt battery to discover that was not the issue.
IMHO these tools are worth the money to prevent 12 volt battery problems. There may be some cheaper tools available but these work great for me.