997.1 Battery problem
07-10-2015, 02:54 PM
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The 12v source isn't anything special a jump box or battery etc, but it is just to get the frunk open. Given that the frunk is open you should be able to jump start the car by hooking up directly to the battery. Sounds like you have been trying to get the car to start by charging the battery through the cig lighter. If so try to jump the car by hooking jumper cables or a jump box up directly to the battery. If it is still too dead, then just replace the battery.
07-10-2015, 03:51 PM
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Anyone ever open one of these and see about replacing the cells? Porsche doesn't make lion cells... pretty packaging for sure. I know the braille units for example can be refreshed.
07-10-2015, 04:07 PM
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Is this a good one to buy?
NOCO Genius Boost GB30 12V UltraSafe Lithium Jump Starter
I may just go to autozone to check that
NOCO Genius Boost GB30 12V UltraSafe Lithium Jump Starter
I may just go to autozone to check that
07-10-2015, 04:59 PM
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This is the one I got http://amzn.com/B00KBINF7G
....they have it on sale right now for $69. I paid more for mine earlier this year :-(
....they have it on sale right now for $69. I paid more for mine earlier this year :-(
07-10-2015, 05:42 PM
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997.1 Battery problem
If you have the cig lighter charger, it should provide enough power to open the hood. I used my cig-to-cig charger for that purpose and then used a regular battery charger for those times that I let it sit too long (and was too lazy to use trickle charger).
But if your battery is really out of date, it's best to just go get it replaced IMHO.
But if your battery is really out of date, it's best to just go get it replaced IMHO.
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There should be plenty of videos. But it is really simple. Undo negative first, then positive, then loosen the clamps holding it down. As I mentioned in an earlier post, get the right size battery and you wind have to reposition the clamps (pain). When you reattach, attach clamp, then do positive first, then negative.
07-10-2015, 05:57 PM
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If you have the cig lighter charger, it should provide enough power to open the hood. I used my cig-to-cig charger for that purpose and then used a regular battery charger for those times that I let it sit too long (and was too lazy to use trickle charger).
But if your battery is really out of date, it's best to just go get it replaced IMHO.
But if your battery is really out of date, it's best to just go get it replaced IMHO.
Do I have to purchase the exact same battery? Any other better one to choose?
About the charging, I use the regular charger plug to terminals(not cig) for about 1 hour, and the window is working, and every light is working as well, but it still says TPC failure, ABS failure, TC failure, and can not start it either. I dont know, I may just leave the charger there for whole night to see any improvement tomorrow morning.
07-10-2015, 06:11 PM
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There should be plenty of videos. But it is really simple. Undo negative first, then positive, then loosen the clamps holding it down. As I mentioned in an earlier post, get the right size battery and you wind have to reposition the clamps (pain). When you reattach, attach clamp, then do positive first, then negative.
Also do I have to go with Interstate 70 battery or any other better options?
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07-10-2015, 06:40 PM
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Here is a quick video I found on YouTube - Make sure you disconnect the negative first and replace it last when you install the new battery. The reason you do this is avoid shorting the battery if your wrench hits a grounded component when you are working on the positive terminal. The video isn't very clear on the bracket that holds the battery in, you will have to find that and loosening it to get the battery out and make sure it is good and tight when you put the new battery in.
I put an Interstate battery in mine, its as good as any. You need to match the size, so the brackets hold it securely. Some people install a Braille battery to save a few pounds, but they don't have the longevity or cranking power of the Interstate battery.
I put an Interstate battery in mine, its as good as any. You need to match the size, so the brackets hold it securely. Some people install a Braille battery to save a few pounds, but they don't have the longevity or cranking power of the Interstate battery.
07-10-2015, 06:50 PM
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Here is a quick video I found on YouTube - Make sure you disconnect the negative first and replace it last when you install the new battery. The reason you do this is avoid shorting the battery if your wrench hits a grounded component when you are working on the positive terminal. The video isn't very clear on the bracket that holds the battery in, you will have to find that and loosening it to get the battery out and make sure it is good and tight when you put the new battery in.
I put an Interstate battery in mine, its as good as any. Some people install a Braille battery to save a few pounds, but they don't have the longevity or cranking power of the Interstate battery.
How To Change the Battery on your Porsche - YouTube
I put an Interstate battery in mine, its as good as any. Some people install a Braille battery to save a few pounds, but they don't have the longevity or cranking power of the Interstate battery.
How To Change the Battery on your Porsche - YouTube
It is recommended to choose interstate H6 battery, still looking for it. You have any idea of "radio info stored, memory restore" process during the replacement?
Regards and many thanks
07-10-2015, 09:37 PM
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The H6 is what I had in my RS. It fits fine. Any H6 / group 48 battery will do, Interstate are quality and have good warranty. I have personally also had good luck with AutoZone Duralast Gold batteries. All these batteries are made by the same 2-3 companies. The 94R or H7 size will also fit, are a little bigger/more capacity. 48 / H6 will also fit too. The tray has holes to hold both sizes.
just put the battery in
once in, you'll probably need to reset your stored radio stations
you might need to set your clock
some warnings will come on when you start your car, just drive it a few mins, they should clear
if not, just go to dealer and have them reset the computer codes
on the 1-10 scale, where washing a car is a 1, putting a battery in is a 2. in fact, if you count cleaning e88 bbs after a track day, washing is like a 5... lol. If you can turn a wrench you can do this. The hardest part is the weight, they are heavy. Put a towel in the frunk and over the bumper, and stand in there and lift out, CAREFULLY.
just put the battery in
once in, you'll probably need to reset your stored radio stations
you might need to set your clock
some warnings will come on when you start your car, just drive it a few mins, they should clear
if not, just go to dealer and have them reset the computer codes
on the 1-10 scale, where washing a car is a 1, putting a battery in is a 2. in fact, if you count cleaning e88 bbs after a track day, washing is like a 5... lol. If you can turn a wrench you can do this. The hardest part is the weight, they are heavy. Put a towel in the frunk and over the bumper, and stand in there and lift out, CAREFULLY.