Why does my Honda Civic not start with a new battery?

Bought a new battery, and it sounds the same as it did with the old batter. Old battery, jump start and new battery all sounds essentially the same, like a dead battery (minus the clicking sound). It almost sounds like it’s unable to overcome some compression or something.

What should I do after changing the battery in my Volkswagen Passat?

After changing or disconnecting the battery Basically, you need to reboot the computer on my Jetta TDI 2006. Turn the key on, but don’t start it. If you have to jump it, leave the jump in place to run the computer Leave it with key on, but not started for about 15 minutes.

What happens when you change the battery on a VW Golf?

I changed my VW Golf 2016 battery yesterday. While changing to new one, the old is battery is fully disconnect. After changing to new one, It still won’t start, and display some error message (tyre pressure flat, and some others) What the mechanics did was to off the car, and get into the the car with they key.

Why does my Honda Civic have a strained start?

A strained start is often the sign of a dying starter solenoid. The solenoid is the magnet “bridge” that allows power to flow to the starter motor. When these have wear, they fail to completely create a circuit, which means that the start motor is either underpowered, or not powered at all, hence the strain.

Why does my Honda Civic not start after battery replacement?

There is a risk jump starting these cars if you don’t follow a specific procedure – the ground (-) lead to your car must be connected to the engine block and max booster voltage is 15 volts or else you may damage the electrics with stray currents. When did the flashing light start – just since the new battery or when you first had the issue?

What’s the average life of a Honda Civic battery?

3 years is generally a good life for a starting battery, but you said it tested OK under load. You also said the wiring was ok, so it sounds like you’ve already narrowed it down to the starter. Autozone and Orielly will both test starters (off the vehicle), I’m sure other auto parts stores do as well.

When did my Honda Civic SR 1.0 die?

My Civic 2018 SR 1.0 died a couple weeks ago during the start of lock down, it was jumped once and worked but died again the next day and subsequent attempts to jump haven’t been successful.

Why does my Honda Civic click but not turn?

A starter clicking but not turning is a problem of amperage. Too few amps are making it to the actual starting motor. This can be caused by; 3 years is generally a good life for a starting battery, but you said it tested OK under load. You also said the wiring was ok, so it sounds like you’ve already narrowed it down to the starter.

What’s the best way to clean a car starter?

Thoroughly mix the solution. Disconnect the terminals from the battery and apply the solution to the terminals and battery posts using a soft brush. Clean the battery top with the solution as well to remove dirt and acid, which drains battery power, but don’t let the cleaning solution seep under the filler caps.

What should the battery charge be for a car starter?

Touch the negative lead to the negative (-) post on the battery and the positive lead to the positive (+) post on the battery. Turn on your car’s headlights. Read the display on your meter. Your battery should have between 12.4V (75% charge) and 12.6V (100% charge) to properly operate the starter motor.

What to do if your car battery won’t start?

Remove the caps from the top of the battery and check the electrolyte level. The electrolyte should reach the bottom of the filler rings. If necessary, add distilled water to bring the electrolyte to the correct level. Check the tray where the battery sits and clean it as well. Reconnect the terminals and try starting the engine again.

How much does it cost to replace a Honda starter motor?

Many part stores will give you the core charge refund If you return the old starter motor (core). An original or OEM starter motor is more expensive ($270-$480). One of our friends decided to replace the starter motor in his 2014 Honda Accord.

Why does my car not start with a new battery and alternator?

With a new starter, battery, and alternator (assuming you have not drained the battery attempting to start it), the starter should attempt to crank over the engine. If the starter does not make any noise when the key it turned to crank over the engine, you have an issue with the fuses, or the circuit.

How is the starter motor connected to the battery?

A starter motor has two wires connected to it: a small wire for the control circuit and a larger cable that is connected to the positive battery terminal. If there is a battery voltage at both starter terminals when pressing the Start button or turning the key and the starter motor doesn’t run, it’s bad and needs to be replaced.

Why does my car not start after a new battery is installed?

Another reason as to why your car might not start after having a new battery installed is due to faulty fuses and ignition switches.

What to do if your Honda CRV won’t start?

Supposedly this car runs an omissions test after every other ride and that does not shut off which is draining the battery so their answer is to press the start button three times after you shut the car off which overrides that program. Still acceptable for a brand new CRV!! 7 people found this helpful.

Why does my Honda CRV battery keep dying?

Brand new car battery keeps dying. Why? I just got word from my Honda dealer that there is a problem with 2019 CRV. There is a computer glitch causing some cars not to start. This is unacceptable when buying a new car. I am Consulting the lemon law lawyer. She told me she received 4 cases earlier in the week. I made no 5.

How often does a Honda Civic battery die?

Three times over one year, the car battery has died and the car will not start. Often this has been after the car has not been driven for two days. Numerous complaints have appeared online of the same problem.

What should the battery voltage be on a Honda Civic?

The meter should read ~12.6V when your key is first turned to AUX, then 13.8-14.5V after it starts. After the battery has been recharged sufficiently while driving, the meter will alternate between 12.8 and 14.5 or so volts. Anyone suspecting charging system issues should know what their battery voltage is doing.

Are there any problems with my Honda Civic?

See all problems of the 2002 Honda Civic . Bought used June 2011 with about 169,000ish, was assured that everything was checked out. Drove back home with no problems, and then the problems began. Within two months the battery died, had to replace. In Jan of 2012 car began to overheat and I noticed a 2″ crack on the top of the radiator, replaced.

What causes a Honda generator to not start?

Possible causes for a Honda generator not starting are: There isn’t enough fuel in the tank, the wrong type of fuel has been used and/or fuel has been left sitting in the tank for a long time without use A problem with the battery or the battery needs charged (not all Honda generators have a battery)

What to do when your car won’t start on a cold morning?

If your oil is low it puts a lot more strain on the battery to start the engine, and if the battery is cold or not in top condition to begin with then you’ll never get off the mark. Use a dipstick to check oil levels and, if it’s looking low, top it up before you try to start the engine again. 5. Bradex to the rescue

What to do if your Honda Element won’t start?

Connect one end of the red jumper cable to the positive terminal on the Element and the other end to the positive terminal on the other car. Connect one end of the black cable to the negative terminal on the other car and the other end to a bare metal part of the Honda. Start the functioning car and let it idle for five minutes.

How to reset my Honda radio after putting in a new battery?

Step 1 Turn the ignition key to the “On” position, but don’t start the engine. Turn the radio on by pressing in on the volume control knob. After 10 seconds, turn the radio off. Press and hold the power button for two to five seconds and watch the radio display. Release the power button when the display lights up and the radio turns on.

What does it cost to fix a Honda Civic?

On average, installing a new alternator for your Honda Civic costs between $447 and $804. Parts costs range from $329 and $655, while labor costs range from $118 and $145. When your Honda Civic won’t start and hear some clicking noises, the problem is most likely related to the starter motor.

Is there a problem with my Honda Civic battery?

No one has added a helpful site for this 2012 Civic problem yet. Be the first! Read reviews of repair shops in your area. Enter your zip code: Honda Civics have a battery charging problem. Unless you have the headlights on, they charge only at 12.5 volts unless the vehicle is decelerating.

Why does my Honda Civic won’t start?

Last week I left on the interiourlight (civic 1.4 2006) with ended in a dead battery. I disconnected the battery and charged it in my shed, after reconnecting everything works, the start engine runs also but the car won’t start . do I need to reset something?

Why does my Honda radio lock up after battery is disconnected?

After a silent drive home I researched what had happened and found out that newer Honda radios have a theft-deterrent feature whereby after being disconnected from the battery they “lock up” and won’t work again until a security code is entered. My owner’s manual told me I should have received this code number with my owner’s manual kit.

What kind of battery does a Honda Civic have?

The contact owns a 2007 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while traveling at various speeds, the compressor and the battery failed intermittently. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer.

What kind of battery does a 2016 Honda Civic have?

The 2016 civic has a small battery (low capacity); I’ve had trouble with the battery on my LX sedan from square one. So much electricity is drawn when parked that within 3 weeks battery is dead. Was told a larger capacity would cut the gas economy (?!). Settled for a trickle charger.

Can you connect the battery to the ignition?

Yes, tried to connect the battery with the key in the ignition, but no result. And yes there is a indicator of the key in the dashboard that keeps flashing… unfortuntely it looks like you’ve wiped the immobilizer data on the key. some else here will know more than me regarding this issue.

What should I do if my car won’t start after disconnecting the battery?

You need to reset the fuel pump (or something else)when disconnecting the battery. Click to expand… I have disconnected the battery many times and never had to reset anything! As soon as the battery is connected up, the car starts fine…. If not: it can be that the switch to cut of the fuel in case of accident is activated.

Where is the starter solenoid on a Honda?

One can start testing at the starter solenoid (difficult) or in the cabin where most of the electrickery happens. The relay should be in the under-dash fuse panel lower left corner. Thanks.

Do you use the gas pedal when starting a Honda Civic?

If you can get a hold of a diagnostics computer, it might help you. With an electronic fuel injected car like the Honda Civic, you should not use the gas pedal during start-up as it will screw with the ECM and how the engine runs. This goes for pretty much any vehicle with EFI installed. Worked just fine with carbs, but not any more.

Why does my Honda Civic not start up?

Honda Civic won’t start clicking When your Honda Civic won’t start and hear some clicking noises, the problem is most likely related to the starter motor. The starter motor is responsible for receiving the battery’s electrical charge and enlarging it enough to get their vehicle started.

What causes Honda Civic alternator not to work?

Honda alternator is controlled by the engine computer so it cannot be diagnosed by any one that does not have a computer link to the manufacturer – not even me. I have all kinds of tricks to diagnose electrical problems but they will not work on this lousy &%^*^&$& product.

When did the Honda Civic Si new come out?

I bought a 2012 Civic Si new, in the first six months it stranded me several times. After the dealer did their thing with it I could still tell it wasn’t giving a full charge but Honda said there was no more they could do but if I wanted them to check it over it would cost me, that was before the first year.

What should battery voltage be on BMW 5 Series?

A battery that reads 12.6 volts is not a good, charged, battery. A fully charged battery will read at least 13.2 volts to 14.4 volts. You need to do a load test to see what the voltage drop is. That is what tells you the condition of the plates in the battery. A used battery is just exactly that.

Why does my car battery not start when I plug it in?

Connect the red lead to the battery positive, and the black lead to the opposite end of the cable going to the starter and iirc you should not see anything larger than about 0.7 volts. Here’s a good video on testing a battery with a multimeter. It could also be a starter problem, which you can read about here.

What should my car voltage be with the car off?

Basically, you should see 12.65 volts with the car off, and over 14 volts with the car running and no loads turned on. You should also watch the multimeter while someone else cranks the car and see that the voltage doesn’t drop below about 10 volts while cranking.

What should I do if my Honda Civic won’t start?

The check engine light will likely appear if your car won’t start. If the engine won’t turn over, or if there’s no sound from the starter when turning the key, the battery is likely dead. The easy way to test the car battery is with a multimeter. Connect the multimeter to the positive and negative battery terminials.

What should the battery reading be on a Honda Civic?

The easy way to test the car battery is with a multimeter. Connect the multimeter to the positive and negative battery terminials. The multi-meter should read above 11.89V at a bare minimum. It should be closer to 12.66V. If it reads low or if the car won’t turn over at all, replace the battery.

What is the voltage as you trigger the starter?

12.4v is a bit low for a good battery though – should really be 12.7v, so might be that one of the cells is on the way out which of course won’t help. What is the voltage as you trigger the starter? My battery was doing the same when I had a dodgy cell. Sure its not the starter or the wiring rather than the battery?

How is the battery on a Honda Accord?

New battery & new starter (Honda dealer) this year. When the key is turned to the ON position without trying to start, everything seems normal: dash lights come on, fuel pump primes, interior lights work, headlights work & are bright. battery is showing 12.54 VDC. battery connections are good & tight, properly lubricated, no corrosion.

When does my Honda Civic start in the morning?

Closed 3 years ago. My 2006 Honda Civic does not start in the morning. It is showing a green key sign on the dash board, which makes to suspect the key immobiliser. It will start in the afternoon when sun has hit it well. The battery and the starter are good.

Why does my Honda Civic make a clicking noise?

The 2008 Honda Civic car makes a clicking noise but won’t start: If you turn the key to the “Start” position, but the engine won’t crank; all you hear is a single click or repeated clicking coming from the engine compartment. Very often this could be caused by a low battery or poor connection between the battery and starter.

I’d check the battery voltage both without any consumers and with someone trying to operate the starter motor and would expect at least 12.8V (no load) and about 10V (trying to start), otherwise the battery is dead.

What should I do if my car battery dies?

Once that is all taken care of, you should be able to start ‘er up and give it a spin, 10 minutes in the neighborhood should be enough to get the battery holding a solid charge for a while, and if it dies again you’re looking at either the battery no longer holding a charge or the alternator not producing enough charge.

Why does my Honda Civic stop the countdown?

The doors/windows thing is just to keep the thing from locking you out. The whole car is like a space shuttle launch computer. It will stop the countdown for any detail that it doesn’t like. Maybe the hood needs to be closed, or doors closed, or any number of odd things before it’s happy.

How long does it take to jump start a Honda Civic battery?

Jump starting a dead battery is simple, and shouldn’t take more than ten minutes. Knowing how to safely jump start your battery can get you out of a jam, and save you from professional service costs. Read on to learn more. This article applies to the Honda Civic/Del Sol (1992-2000), and Accord (1990-2002).

Why does my car not start with jumper cables?

If they are damaged or corroded badly, they can prevent proper amperage draw for the starter. Since you said it starts with jumper cables, it is most likely a bad battery. As CharlieRB pointed out, just because the lights come on doesn’t mean the battery is ok.

How do you jump start a car battery?

Remove the key from the ignition to make sure no electrical components are turned on. On the car with a good battery, connect the red clip of the jumper cable to the positive (red) terminal of the battery. Then, connect the other clip of the red cable to the positive (red) terminal of the dead battery.

What should I do to jump start my Honda Civic battery?

General safety rules apply, such as turning off all electrical accessories and putting the car in neutral or park. This article will guide you through the process to safely jump start your Honda Accord’s or Civic’s battery. Remove the key from the ignition to make sure no electrical components are turned on.

Is the battery on my Honda Civic dead?

Battery seemed to be almost 100% dead and I only got one last bit of sound out of the starter as I made the video. when the battery was stronger, it was a similar sound but just longer and louder. Update: I had the car towed to dealer.

Can you jump start a Honda del Sol battery?

This article applies to the Honda Civic/Del Sol (1992-2000), and Accord (1990-2002). Having a dead battery is no fun; however, the situation can quickly turn from bad to worse if you attempt to improperly jump start your car’s battery. When done correctly, a jump start can save you a lot of time and effort.

How many volts does a Honda Civic have?

Your Civic has a 2-stage alternator charging system. The meter should read ~12.6V when your key is first turned to AUX, then 13.8-14.5V after it starts. After the battery has been recharged sufficiently while driving, the meter will alternate between 12.8 and 14.5 or so volts.

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