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Losing charge in a Pathfinder (Navara)

  • 03-03-2012 7:20pm
    #1
    pburns
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    OK, in fairness, it's seldom used - very much a second vehicle. I only do a couple of thousand miles in it a year. However, despite new battery, cut-out switch, a fully check-over by an auto-mechanic (could find no 'leak') etc. it seems to be getting worse, not better.

    My question is - does anyone have an idea what revs does the engine have to be at for the alternator to charge the battery or how long a trip would give it a good boost?


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  • #2
    101sean
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    You'd need to do a 30 mile or so for a very flat battery, leaving it idling for an extended period isn't a good idea.

    If you are only doing very short journeys the battery probably isn't getting recharged after a cold crank. Does the engine start easily?

    If you can, leave the battery connected to a Ctrex type trickle charger when you aren't using it. Alternatively if it's parked in the open away from power, get a small solar panel charger from Maplins for around €20.


  • #3
    245
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    You probably need a multi-meter to check charge but you should be seeing over 14v at 1000 rpm+. The battery probably needs to be charged with a charger before you could be assured that its fully charged. You should be seeing 12.6V at the battery after its been sitting for at least a good few hours (12+) after charge (disconnected would be better)


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