[Zinzing]

My 'charge' battery blue light stays on and switching charge on and off doesn't alter light. A revert to fuel message appears as well. Charge not dropping when driving.

Electrical mechanic says battery is 'gone' and needs replacement.

How much will this set me back in UK (main dealer?)

what are my options

help

 

[jdsx]

First thing: could it be more than three months since you last filled up with petrol? If so, you may simply need to refuel (min 15 litres).

 

[Zinzing]

I'll give it a go

don't think its more than 3 months - but it has been awhile (lockdown)

 

[jdsx]

What does the 'revert to fuel' message actually say? If it says 'engine started to maintain fuel system' or something along those lines, chances are that's your problem. It'll cost you about £15 to fix and you can buy me a drink with the money I've saved you ;-)

 

[Zinzing]

That's the error message

if refuels solves the problem it will be a drink and a big hug

quite stressed at mo.

Although one main deal said they haven't ever seen or heard of a need of a battery replacement.

Mines a 2015 model and not sure if battery is still warranty? some say 8 years!

I'll try the refuel issue first (after work). Fingers crossed.

 

[Graham]

Its defo the refuel, had this on the wifes my 2019 last week she was rather put out that she had to go to a garage.

 

[Zinzing]

jdsx and Graham - big thanks, stress over - refuel did the job.

I may put car in for a main dealer check up

But thanks again

 

[Bullterrier]

My 'charge' battery blue light stays on and switching charge on and off doesn't alter light. A revert to fuel message appears as well. Charge not dropping when driving.

Electrical mechanic says battery is 'gone' and needs replacement.

How much will this set me back in UK (main dealer?)

what are my options

help

Make a mental note not to go to that mechanic again....