Why does my Honda Jazz battery go flat?
My Honda Jazz’s car battery goes flat if left for four weeks. Why? My Honda Jazz’s car battery goes flat if left for four weeks. Why? Q. If we leave our 09-plate Honda Jazz 1.4 for four weeks the battery goes flat. Why is this?
How long does a Honda Jazz battery last?
A. Modern car alarms drain the battery slightly, but a battery in good condition should still start the car after four weeks. However, the ones in the Jazz 1.2 and 1.4 are small in capacity.
Is the Honda Jazz a 5 speed car?
Yes! it is the main reason why we haven’t updated at this stage. The new model (post 2008) with conventional 5 speed auto are heavier cars and less fuel efficient. Don’t forget though the Jazz is not a sports car and my wife and I are no longer young. Modern cars are designed to get their best fuel figures with the windows up.
Are there any problems with the Honda Jazz?
CVT’s will have a problem if mechanics DONT use genuine Honda CVT fluid, and if not changed regularly. Some reported rear wheel bearing issues on GD model Jazzes. + Great resale values for looked after examples.
Why is the battery on my Honda Jazz flat?
Ok. The jazz does tend to put a bit of drain on the battery when its locked to keep the alarm system running. This is normally not a problem but the jazz has a small battery. If the battery is not as good as it should be it can cause a flat battery over night.
What to do if your Honda Jazz is flat?
There are two terminals, one should have a red cover, check the terminals are connected and tight, follow the negative wire down to just behind the battery where there is a 10mm bolt that attaches it to the car body. Just check this wire is tight and secure. If so, replace the battery and the car should be back to normal. No problem.
What kind of battery does Honda Jazz 1.2 have?
However, the ones in the Jazz 1.2 and 1.4 are small in capacity. Batteries also lose capacity as they age and as your Honda’s battery is small, it has to work hard and will tend to wear out more quickly.
What’s the best way to charge a Honda Jazz?
As long as the ignition is turned off completely (0 position) before the key is removed (some posters have found they can remove the key in the Aux I position), then the cigarette lighter/power socket in not live. The best way to charge the battery with the Jazz’s charging system is to drive with the lights and possibly the rear screen on.