Jump to content

cold start issue


Recommended Posts

so octavia vrs   in these cold mornings turn the key sounds sluggish and also the doors lock before it starts, never takes long to start but does sound like it struggles, also when i use the windows lights go very dim.  checked the battery was at 50% so charged her up which didnt take long to reach full, so i was thinking either battery is knackerd and reading false full, or it did need a charge and maybe i have starter motor issue. 

 

when warm car seems to start ok, any ideas chaps and chapesses.?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

After some research also these Varta batteries are the same as 'Bosch silver' from eurocarparts (I think Varta make them and Bosch rebrand).  A saving of £30 and free delivery also

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TYPE-027-VARTA-BATTERY-D15-63AH-610A-SILVER-dynamic-/271944252534?hash=item3f5123fc76:g:AYgAAOSwMmBV7Zw8

 

Or Exide, but I would choose Varta

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1x-Exide-Premium-64Ah-640CCA-12v-Type-027-Car-Battery-4-Year-Warranty-EA640-/141606691343?hash=item20f86aa20f:g:mxoAAOSwhcJWNyjG

Edited by Liverpool-Lad
  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Sounds that you need a new battery. My Vauxhall has just needed a new battery after failing to start on the first two properly damp and cold days of this month. It's a diesel so needs more grunt than a petrol engine so although my lights remained bright, my doors locked and unlocked just as you described.

All sorted now but very annoying as car is being traded for a new Superb in January and battery cost me £119.

Edited by Leeboy
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
  • Community Partner

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

Welcome to BRISKODA. Please note the following important links Terms of Use. We have a comprehensive Privacy Policy. We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.