Why is my Optima battery not working anymore?
A warm battery can expand inside and things that should touch don’t touch anymore. Similarly, terminal contacts can break or crack internally. When cold, they may touch and flow current, but when they warm up they break contact. Normal chargers won’t always work with an Optima battery.
What does it mean when Kia Optima won’t start?
The first and most common is when it won’t turn over. This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your Optima won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own.
Can You charge an Optima battery on a regular Charger?
(Although repeated discharging a dark-cased RedTop or BlueTop is not good for longevity). When a regular battery charger is hooked up to an Optima, it often won’t even turn on – while the Optima could be charged, the charger thinks it’s totally kaput (like a regular battery would be) and doesn’t even come on.
What kind of battery does an Optima winch use?
A light-cased YellowTop or BlueTop Optima is a deep cycle battery. Deep cycle batteries are designed to be discharged a lot, then charged up. In this case, a winch, a stereo, or an on-board 12V fridge scoops a lot of electricity from the battery, and then it’s refilled by your charging system.
A warm battery can expand inside and things that should touch don’t touch anymore. Similarly, terminal contacts can break or crack internally. When cold, they may touch and flow current, but when they warm up they break contact. Normal chargers won’t always work with an Optima battery.
(Although repeated discharging a dark-cased RedTop or BlueTop is not good for longevity). When a regular battery charger is hooked up to an Optima, it often won’t even turn on – while the Optima could be charged, the charger thinks it’s totally kaput (like a regular battery would be) and doesn’t even come on.
The first and most common is when it won’t turn over. This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your Optima won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own.
A light-cased YellowTop or BlueTop Optima is a deep cycle battery. Deep cycle batteries are designed to be discharged a lot, then charged up. In this case, a winch, a stereo, or an on-board 12V fridge scoops a lot of electricity from the battery, and then it’s refilled by your charging system.
How often does Kia Optima miss a dead stop?
It occurs 3 or 4 times every 6 months. I began writing it down to show the Service department, but I’ve been told that if Kia can’t “replicate” the issue, they refuse to take action. The car misses or hesitates up to 6 or 7 seconds when starting from a dead stop.
Is there a problem with the Kia Optima exhaust?
The problem exists, and if Kia doesn’t make an effort to correct it, someone is going to get killed when they pull onto a busy highway, expecting the car to accelerate properly, only to have it choke, and along comes a tractor trailer that cannot stop and boom-they’re dead. I hope it isn’t me.
What’s the top speed of a Kia Optima?
Engine elk not go above 2500 rpm, I can shift at that speed with manual transmission, so top speed is 70 mph but getting there is slow. Engine light is on, no diagnosis or repairs yet.
It occurs 3 or 4 times every 6 months. I began writing it down to show the Service department, but I’ve been told that if Kia can’t “replicate” the issue, they refuse to take action. The car misses or hesitates up to 6 or 7 seconds when starting from a dead stop.
Engine elk not go above 2500 rpm, I can shift at that speed with manual transmission, so top speed is 70 mph but getting there is slow. Engine light is on, no diagnosis or repairs yet.
What should the voltage be on an Optima battery?
The voltage on your Optima should read 9.5-10.5 volts for at least 30 seconds. When the starter motor is turning over the engine, that is the heavy load we’re using to see how the battery performs.
What kind of battery is in an Optima?
A dark-cased RedTop or BlueTop Optima is a starting battery. Starting batteries are designed to be discharged a little, then be charged up fairly quickly by your charging system. Basically, the starter skims off some electricity from the battery for starting, and it’s rapidly refilled once you start up.
How to contact OPTIMA Batteries for warranty support?
For technical or warranty support, please call OPTIMA customer service at 1-888-867-8462 (888-8OPTIMA) between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. (CST) Monday through Friday, or via email at [email protected] . Why does an OPTIMA® Battery have a longer life than other batteries?
Why does an Optima battery have a low self discharge rate?
The SPIRALCELL TECHNOLOGY® in an OPTIMA battery is what keeps it from shedding active material that gives a battery power. This technology also extends an OPTIMA battery’s cycling ability. Why does an OPTIMA® Battery have a low rate of self-discharge?
The problem exists, and if Kia doesn’t make an effort to correct it, someone is going to get killed when they pull onto a busy highway, expecting the car to accelerate properly, only to have it choke, and along comes a tractor trailer that cannot stop and boom-they’re dead. I hope it isn’t me.
What kind of warranty does Optima battery have?
If you buy a battery from a seller on one of those sites, it is considered used and carries only the warranty coverage that specific seller is willing to personally offer to you. Did you know OPTIMA® Batteries are the most-widely available AGM aftermarket battery in the world?
What kind of battery does an Optima yellowtop use?
Optima D51R YellowTop battery provides the extra performance and deep-cycling capability that your vehicle demands if it has a lot of accessories like running lights, high-performance stereo/AV system, winches, or hydraulics.
A dark-cased RedTop or BlueTop Optima is a starting battery. Starting batteries are designed to be discharged a little, then be charged up fairly quickly by your charging system. Basically, the starter skims off some electricity from the battery for starting, and it’s rapidly refilled once you start up.
What kind of Charger do I need for my Optima?
Lastly, you should have a charger that charges AGM batteries. Many people don’t know this, but a conventional battery charger won’t work with an Optima battery that’s discharged below 10.5V. You can also use a regular battery charger with a regular battery to charge an Optima.
How long does it take to charge an Optima battery?
Hook the Optima battery to the charger and charge as normal. The process to get to 10.5 V should not take more than a 2 hours.
Hook the Optima battery to the charger and charge as normal. The process to get to 10.5 V should not take more than a 2 hours.
Lastly, you should have a charger that charges AGM batteries. Many people don’t know this, but a conventional battery charger won’t work with an Optima battery that’s discharged below 10.5V. You can also use a regular battery charger with a regular battery to charge an Optima.