Replaced the battery in a 2019 Mazda 3. I hooked up a small one amp Century charger which provides approximately 13.5 V to the negative and positive terminal lines before disconnecting the battery. Had battery out for about 10 minutes while I cleaned the posts and took my time. Zero problems and worked like a charm. No settings lost. I returned the Memory Saver unused as I read they are quirky after buying it.
I'm assuming you had to leave the charger connected while attaching the terminals to the new battery until tightened down. I have an 8amp charger and had the same idea.
mister, you're a genius obviously, but I've always been leary of doing this, supplying it AC poower instead of DC - it makes me nervous it is going to fry something
@@michaelinzitari WDYM? We both know the whole idea of a mem saver. It is to keep the memory alive w uninterrupted power supply to the car's computer, while the battery's not connected. And also it isn't because we're worried about losing the radio settings etc. it is because of these codes your car holds in memory called "P.D.T.C."s, or permanent diagnostic trouble codes. And the problem with these PTDC codes happens because every time they lose power from the battery, they all reset, and will show one or more "false positives". And the ONLY way to shut them off, is to complete a "driving cycle" of one or two hundred miles. The real problem is, if you disconnected your battery for something right before you take the car in for a smog check. Because one or more of those PTDC codes might be showing, and if they are, you can't smog the car! The tech will say something like, his machine stopped the test because of the PTDC and you need to come back later, after driving the car for one or two hundred miles. There are many situations where this could be downright inconvenient for everybody involved - easier to use the memory saver instead, I say.
@@robertmaybeth3434 the century charger is making DC power. The old battery is dc power. The new battery is dc power. The car is expecting dc power. You have the car the dc power it was expecting so you could remove the old dc power battery. So what are you so worried about? There is no AC power involved. You are worried for nothing.
Good morning sir, sorry for my English (I’m from Italy). Images are very clear during all the video. Your English is very clear: I could understand everything even though my comprehension level is medium. Each part is easily visible. I’m not very confident with car fixing, but this video seems to be very clear. So I will buy a power supplier before change the battery and next time I will try to follow your instructions instead of taking my car to a garage. Thank you.
Alessandro io l'Italiano lo capisco. Prima di tutto non tutte le auto puoi mettere il cosidetto "battery saver" dove accendi le sigarette. Sulla mia Lexus devo attacarmi direttamente sull'apposito OBD attacco, altrimenti non funziona e perdi tutte le memorie varie del computer, radio, posizione sedili, ari condizionata e cosi via. Ci sono tante altre vetture come la mia, se leggi i manuale della vettura ti dice cosa devi fare. Buona giornata e attento a come l fai. Un'altra cosa che questo ragazzo si e' dimenticato di FARE e' d pulire con un apposito atrezzo dentro il MORSETTO di tutti due attacchi che va' sulla batteria. Spero che mi hai capito. Buona giornata. n.b....il tuo inglese e' molto buono.
I didn't have the Radio Code for my Toyota, and (by removing the Car battery) you would lose this! At the time, I didn't figure on the Cars' ECU and potential Memory Loss. But here is how I replaced the Car Battery - without any losses to the radio or ECU. The Cigar Lighter Socket was permanently 'live' with the Ignition turned-off. So I set-up a 12V (regulated) 1-Amp DC Supply which was fed from the mains by an Extension Cord. I wired a Cigar Lighter Plug to the 12V / 1A DC regulated supply - remembering the correct polarity. I then plugged this into the Cigar Lighter Socket, and proceeded to change the useless Car Battery, and replace this with new. I had never seen any videos, or even knew how to do this. But everything worked out just fine. With the new Car Battery Connected, I just simply removed the Cigar Lighter Plug from the Socket. Hope that this helps others.
Thanks buddy, had some wonky strange error codes on wife’s 2019 Tiguan and slow starts. Did some digging and learned that changing the battery could cause lots of other memory, key, code, various issues. Did your trick and it worked GREAT and various low voltage codes went away. Keeping the alligator clips on the terminal cables was difficult.
What a brilliant video. I have just changed the 12v battery on my Mercedes E-250 and, following the tutorial's advice on getting a Multifunctional Jump Starter system to keep the car computer's memory intact. I am pleased to report that it's all gone perfectly - so many thanks for such excellent guidance.
On most cars, the cig lighter socket is dead when the key is off, so powering there won't help, and you don't want to turn the key ON, because that will draw more current than the low current mode can supply. OTOH, it was nice to see that M-B provided a nice + terminal for this exact purpose.
I kept my computers memory by using a solar battery charger placed on the dash board. Disconnecting the battery and leaving the charger plugged into he cig lighter kept the computer with enough power so it didn't lose it's memory during the battery removal.
In Japanese carsand may others, the 12 volt convenience outlet may be controlled by a relay that is energized by the 12V battery which means that to be safe you should connect the keep-alive replacement directly to the battery cable terminals,
So even if you supply 12v through the OBD II port, the computer may still lose memory? I have a Toyota Hybrid 2019 and it's time to replace the battery soon, so I was thinking whether to connect the jump box directly to the battery cables or to the OBD II port if I have a special adapter.
A couple of things. It's a huge issue with the 2007 Lexus LS460. If you change the battery in a 2007 Lexus LS460 without using a Memory Saver/Battery Saver you will likely end up getting the following message on your navigation screen. A program cannot be read. Please consult to a dealer. When this happen you have no option but to engage the dealer. Also, if you use the cigarette lighter option you risk loosing power to your car's computer if the cigarette lighter outlet has a timeout feature. I would strongly discourage using this option unless you are ABSOLUTELY sure your vehicle's 12 volt cigarette outlet does NOT timeout.
Totally agree with you bro. My Lexus has NO power at the cigarette lighter socket unless the ignition power is on. Therefore you cannot use the battery saver, only option is to connect it to the OBD plug, this way you're ok. Cheers
You can still connect directly to the battery leads. Just need to be careful that they don't get knocked off during the change over. Many cars lighter socket won't work unless ACC or Ignition is on which is definitely an issue for this procedure. My 2021 Mazda has a time out feature but that's around 30 minutes so plenty of time to get this job done.@@caddyrack
If using the cigarette lighter socket, be sure to turn key to accessory or to the on position, as most are not powered with the key off. Electrons can't get out if not switched.
For anyone reading this be very cautious as ACC mode may draw more amps than the lighter is designed for. Unlikely but be sure to turn off radio and anything else possible before hand
So EU cars the cigarette lighter is always on. Japanese cars the cig lighter is always off. Don’t turn the car to ON position or accessories position. Connect your charger directly to battery leads so you don’t burn out 10am cig fuse
My jump pack came with an OBDIi connector. That works even if the lighter port is switched. I also noticed that you didn't clean the battery cables before attaching the new battery. Always clean the cable ends and the battery posts before you connect them. Modern cars are very voltage sensitive and you want a good, clean connection. You can get a wire brush terminal cleaner for less than $5 that makes the job easy.
Great observation for cleaning the terminals, I worked for AAA battery service and took it one step more with brushing some baking soda water on the terminals and battery box, then flushing with water. Also coated the treads of the terminal bolts with oil which can be easily found on the oil dip stick. ( Also I have used a 9 volt battery with adapter plugged into the 12 volt port and that seemed to work, saved me from buying a jump pack )
Very true, one needs to be aware of that switched accessory port if attempting to maintain voltage. I guess the crux here is that 9 volt DC will maintain voltage when disconnecting main battery. @@tombanes
Hello. As one other person has asked: What is the connection at the other end of the spliced-in alligator clips and where does it connect to on the jump pack?
I used a 9 volt battery hooked to the aux/cigarette light socket. 1st, put a driver's or passenger window down, lean in ,plug in to the socket. Do not open the door. Remove your main battery , do you r thing , reinstall main car battery, unplug the aux input. Did this on several of my Corvettes , zero issues. Doesn't work on all cars, but did on my GMs. Will try it on my Mazda SUV.
Knowing some cigarette lighters are ignition feed this trick will be useless on some cars. There was an adaptor that fit in the lighter and had a 9 volt battery on the other end.
My 1999 Nissan Maxima 3 litre V6 has a anti theft system to the radio/cd. So if the battery is removed it needs to be re-set with the code to get the radio going. They way round it is to have a 12 volt supply available in place of the battery, so a battery jump start set, a similar battery or even the 12 volts DC from your model railway control. This is because it is a fiddle to re-set the code! My garage has always used the bridging system if the battery has to be removed. Thanks Jim’s Garage!
All that is required to protect the computer’s memory is 9 volts. Parts stores sell $10 kits consisting of a 9 volt battery attached to a cigarette socket plug. Cheap and effective. Don’t forget to clean your terminals.
I used a 9V battery to power the computer thru the cigarette port when changing out the battery. When I was done, that 9V battery was burn your fingers HOT! It worked though.
Those 9v memory keepers can be a problem with a car that has a cigarette lighter that is switched off without turning the key to the accessory position. The drain on the 9v battery may be too great with the draw from everything that gets powered up and low voltage can trigger a bunch of codes and radio memory can be lost. I leave my car switched off and use an adapter that plugs into the OBD port. I made VERY sure my 12v battery pack has the correct polarity before I did this.
Well , I ended up hooking up normal jumping cables to a running car , then switched the battery keeping the terminals still connected , it worked like perfect
Thanks for the info. One important action would be to reset/reprogram the battery management system for those vehicles having one. A requirement to avoid battery damage and prolonging life of new battery.
@Lmlc24 From what I've seen, it requires an OBD II Port scanner that allows battery adaptation settings/adjustments. As for how much that OBD II Scanner cost No idea depends on what scanner you purchase. Wish I knew this before I try secretly replacing my 80 year old neighbors battery on her 2017 VW Tiguan TSi. She's on a very tight income and I told her it just needs a full charge.. trying to help her without her knowing.
@@eddiej.2354 thank for the replying I do appreciate it, I have a 2013 RAM 1500 and I purchase an AGM Optima yellow top 8 months ago and went down little by little to the point that it can barely start the truck, it was same group (H7) from previous but previous battery was a flooded battery, I don’t know if this had to be done like letting the computer know that now has a different type of battery but it’s the first time that I purchase a battery and it last only months, fortunately I was covered with warranty and they gave me a new one but I wonder if I must do this in case the truck is suitable to do so??? I have found nothing about it on the media yet!
I did this on a couple of my Ford Fusions (I have 3, have owned 4 and have 6 Fords currently) when I switched the batteries to larger CCA + AGM batteries. Used my OBDLinkMX+ adapter and a laptop running a program called Forscan. Went in to the battery settings and modified the Module AS-Built Data Values to the corresponding Group Size/Case, CCA, Ah, of the new battery which adjusted the system to charge at that rate instead of the lower preset charge rates of the much smaller OEM flooded lead-acid battery that came in the vehicle. The OBDII adapter sells for approx. $140 but can be found on sale for $100. Works with iPhone, Android and Windows but a laptop program will be needed to change AS-Data Module values.
That being said I have a 2004 F150 Lariat SuperCrew that I did a like for like (same CA, CCA, Group Size) battery swap except from a flooded lead-acid to AGM and made no changes via OBDII and have had no issues with proper charging since doing so.
I have found some battery terminals are smaller in diameter, so the clamps can’t be tightened properly, in which case I made a metal split sleeve. 15mm copper plumbing pipe works well.
Terrific video and thanks! To confirm: To replace the battery, one has to follow use THIS video's procedure, to preserve the ECM, and then step 2: Reset the Battery Mgmt System using your other video. Right or is there a 3rd or 4th step which I'm omitting? Will the other video be applicable to a Kia Seltos? If one doesn't want to spring $100 for a jump box, what would a typical mechanic charge (labor) to replace an AGM battery brought to him (or her?) by the customer?
Just attach terminals before removing battery to a second vehicle with jumper cables and replace the battery. Always use gloves and eye protection playing with batteries.
One thing if you use the acc outlet to power up the car to keep the computer going make sure that the cigarette lighter has voltage it doesn't have a blown fuse. And everything is turn off.
Back in the 90's I had a cord with a cigarette plug that I put a 9V battery plug on. The 9V battery was enough to keep the Clock and radio presets from clearing.
My father was an engineer, the sort of guy who had a fire extinguisher in every room. Among the zillions of electronic doodads I inherited was a .75 amp Automatic Battery Float Charger, never opened. Worked perfectly, the only problem was the old battery didn't have a strap or handle and was SO heavy and awkward to get out.
I have the same Noco jump box. I also have the cigarette lighter cable, but it only plugs into the POWER IN port to charge the box. How did you set it up for POWER OUT?
Mercedes GLA250's are some of the most beautiful piece of shit cars in the world. Even simple procedures like removing batteries require light surgery, especially when parts seize. 10/10 dont recommend buying one anymore.
@artagain8977 Simple but not "easy." There are too many loose parts to account for when removing a battery. Also, they're not reliable in sub-zero weather, like advertised. For instance, removing a battery in -20 weather is a chore. What if there was an emergency? On most cars, the battery cable is in plain sight, not covered in hard plastic. Also, trying to boost these things at the charging connectors is futile sometimes and often still requires one to connect directly to the battery. The reason I bring up -20 weather is that those inconveniences can also cause one to freeze their gas lines in a matter of seconds.
I am sorry but I don’t understand where the other end of the alligator clips go to. You use the jump pack And the wired alligator clips ? Thank you for this video !
No, Terry, just use jump leads from any other car battery, possibly in another car. And if you follow the strategy I posted today, you can choose when to do it.
actually, I was going to use my jumper cables to my other car to keep the computer alive, until I seen this video and realized I could just use my NOCO jump box. I highly recommend getting one for emergencies and charging phones, etc. Very useful. I am constantly using my box to jump other people's cars, motorcycles, machines, and they have built in "idiot" detectors so people do not make contact between positive and negative. Often I have to jump things (trucks), that my car does not have the cranking amps to turnover. my little NOCO jump box can jump several cold diesel trucks on one charge; or, about a dozen dead batteries in regular cars. It also has an override, that allows me to start and run a vehicle with no battery or alternator for at least 5-15 minutes.
I want to change the driver seat on my Jetta Hybrid 2013 (EU Version) It is necessary to follow these steps from your video in order to avoid any errors with the airbags lights? Also the lighter from this car does not work if the ignition is not switched on. So, what’s your advice? Please help me with an answer! Thank you so much and God bless you!🙏🏻🙏🏻
09:38 - I'm a little confused. Why would the negative terminal create a spark when being reattached and if it does, should we _not_ continue with the battery install? Thanks
A draw can cause the battery to ark or spark when reconnected. Then those sparks can ignite the gasses off the battery and explode. Can be dangerous. Thanks for watching!
starting in 2022 Tesla replaced all of their 12 volt lead acid batteries (you won't e able to find one in the car). The replacement was a newly designed lithium 16 volt battery that is permanently installed. The design of the new battery is the same as the power batteries and should last the life of the car.
Hi! Can I use one of these when connecting my multimeter in series with the battery terminal to test for parasitic current drain or would it mess up the readings?
Nice informations! thinks! I would like to know if it's possible to charge a 12 volts battery via the "lighter plug" on an electric car like Volvo Xc40 Twins Recharge (2022)? If yes...how can we do so? Think you!
I have a Kia EV6 and going overseas for 6 weeks. Should the 12v battery be disconnected from the high voltage battery while away? I plan to trickle charge the high voltage battery on a timer to result in a 80% charge when I return. If I disconnect the 12v battery I could end up with the issues you discuss here. Would the 12v battery keep getting charged by the high voltage battery if it get the trickle charge?
@2CarPros So, considering de-powering a vehicle's electrical system (by turning the vehicle off and disconnecting the battery) is the first step to perform most electrical system repairs, how does one cut the power to the entire electrical system without cutting power to the on-board computer? (Could be the subject of at least one UA-cam video, huh?)
I can say I have had no issue changing my battery on my 2011 Tucson. It does not care if the power is disconnected other than losing the radio presets on the xm radio.
I purchased the NOCO Boost HD and the connector cable that connects to the power out from the booster has a male and female connector on it. The power out from the booster requires the male end of the cable. The adaptor that plugs into the cigarettes lighter/ auxiliary power port adaptor has male connector and so does the remaining cable end. Is there a auxiliary power adaptor the has a male input?
Actually, other cars have the same problem. I have a 2009 Scion xB and it needs a constant voltage to keep the computers and radio settings in tact. I've used a simple device that plugs into the n12 volt port (formerly cigarette lighter) with a 9 volt battery attached. 9 volts are enough to keep this system alive.
I think some cars have to have the key in the on position for the cigarette lighter/auxiliary plug to work. Does the key need to be in the on position to supply voltage to the computer in your scenario? Thanks.
Hi 2CarPros. I have had this computer problem with Subaru’s MY2007 2.5ltr 10speed manual is a bitch to drive (stalls at every intersection) if you have disconnected the engine management computer. It does re-tune step by step over a week or two! Ans; I made two light duty jumper leads with a small lamp 10>20W, connect to any P/S, if you F/Up the lamp lights up . How simple is that! LesC.
Hi, Sir. After I replaced my 2020 Lexus RX 350 battery and the dashboard on the right side shows a (car/off) and a (P””/off). Would you please help and share your expertise how to fixed. Thanks in advance and I am a huge fan of your. Paul H
Most modern cars disconnect the cigar lighter socket when the ignition key is switched off so unless you leave it switched on this route will not work.
Sorry to ask where does the other end of the alligator wire go? I see 2 wires, one end to positive and negative to the car, and other end just leave hanging? Please help clarify. Thanks.
Use a old tried but charged battery hooked up to cables and the car's cables. Pull the car battery out and replace with the new battery. It is a two person job but works of you are careful.
My 2015 Transit battery is pretty dead, like ~6 volts. How low can it go before the ECU "forgets" everything? I'm going to use a separate 12 volt supply through the OBD-II port when I replace the battery, but I'm wondering if there's any memory left to save at this point. I just spent over $200 in gas driving around aimlessly so I could get my van smogged, and then _this_ happened!
Question with the genius turned on can I just connect the jumper leads to the battery terminal leads then remove and replace the battery.? Thanks in advance
Thanks, I was careful and got away it but the cigarettes lighter method probably would have been safer . This was a really helpful video as I have the noco . They are a handy little unit. Thanks again.
Or connect up to another car or 12v battery using normal jump leads. Then swap out old battery for new with the jump leads still connected. No loss of volts.
Any reason I can't take jumper cables going from one car battery and connect them to the battery cables south of the terminal posts of the battery I am taking out and still have 12 to 13 volts feeding my vehicle whose battery is to come out? I am thinking this will hold my memory in my Range Rover so I dont loose settings. I replaced a battery once before on this Rover w/o holding volts to the ECU and memory and my radio key fob did not work. My power windows were messed up and many other loses did incur.
Interestingly my 2020 VW ev (ID.3) had no problem with a regular battery out, battery in swap. Your workaround is something that I did consider though.
What if the 12v accessory plug is not active when key is not on? And you remove the new battery post covers before dropping the new battery in so you don’t forget to remove later? Really? How might that be possible?
Replaced the battery in a 2019 Mazda 3. I hooked up a small one amp Century charger which provides approximately 13.5 V to the negative and positive terminal lines before disconnecting the battery. Had battery out for about 10 minutes while I cleaned the posts and took my time. Zero problems and worked like a charm. No settings lost. I returned the Memory Saver unused as I read they are quirky after buying it.
I'm assuming you had to leave the charger connected while attaching the terminals to the new battery until tightened down. I have an 8amp charger and had the same idea.
mister, you're a genius obviously, but I've always been leary of doing this, supplying it AC poower instead of DC - it makes me nervous it is going to fry something
@@robertmaybeth3434it will supply 14v of dc power trying to trickle charge the battery that doesn’t exist
@@michaelinzitari WDYM? We both know the whole idea of a mem saver. It is to keep the memory alive w uninterrupted power supply to the car's computer, while the battery's not connected. And also it isn't because we're worried about losing the radio settings etc. it is because of these codes your car holds in memory called "P.D.T.C."s, or permanent diagnostic trouble codes. And the problem with these PTDC codes happens because every time they lose power from the battery, they all reset, and will show one or more "false positives". And the ONLY way to shut them off, is to complete a "driving cycle" of one or two hundred miles.
The real problem is, if you disconnected your battery for something right before you take the car in for a smog check. Because one or more of those PTDC codes might be showing, and if they are, you can't smog the car! The tech will say something like, his machine stopped the test because of the PTDC and you need to come back later, after driving the car for one or two hundred miles.
There are many situations where this could be downright inconvenient for everybody involved - easier to use the memory saver instead, I say.
@@robertmaybeth3434 the century charger is making DC power. The old battery is dc power. The new battery is dc power. The car is expecting dc power. You have the car the dc power it was expecting so you could remove the old dc power battery. So what are you so worried about? There is no AC power involved. You are worried for nothing.
Good morning sir, sorry for my English (I’m from Italy).
Images are very clear during all the video.
Your English is very clear: I could understand everything even though my comprehension level is medium.
Each part is easily visible.
I’m not very confident with car fixing, but this video seems to be very clear.
So I will buy a power supplier before change the battery and next time I will try to follow your instructions instead of taking my car to a garage.
Thank you.
Alessandro io l'Italiano lo capisco. Prima di tutto non tutte le auto puoi mettere il cosidetto "battery saver" dove accendi le sigarette. Sulla mia Lexus devo attacarmi direttamente sull'apposito OBD attacco, altrimenti non funziona e perdi tutte le memorie varie del computer, radio, posizione sedili, ari condizionata e cosi via. Ci sono tante altre vetture come la mia, se leggi i manuale della vettura ti dice cosa devi fare. Buona giornata e attento a come l fai. Un'altra cosa che questo ragazzo si e' dimenticato di FARE e' d pulire con un apposito atrezzo dentro il MORSETTO di tutti due attacchi che va' sulla batteria. Spero che mi hai capito. Buona giornata. n.b....il tuo inglese e' molto buono.
Your written English is excellent Alessandro - good punctuation. Keep up the good work and stay humble. Ciao.
By far the best video on how to change a car battery with an external power source.
Thanks for watching!
Hello! Will this be the same process for a 2021 toyota highlander xle battery replacement? @@2carpros
How can i finde the kabel vor 12 Volt
I didn't have the Radio Code for my Toyota, and (by removing the Car battery) you would lose this! At the time, I didn't figure on the Cars' ECU and potential Memory Loss. But here is how I replaced the Car Battery - without any losses to the radio or ECU. The Cigar Lighter Socket was permanently 'live' with the Ignition turned-off. So I set-up a 12V (regulated) 1-Amp DC Supply which was fed from the mains by an Extension Cord. I wired a Cigar Lighter Plug to the 12V / 1A DC regulated supply - remembering the correct polarity. I then plugged this into the Cigar Lighter Socket, and proceeded to change the useless Car Battery, and replace this with new. I had never seen any videos, or even knew how to do this. But everything worked out just fine. With the new Car Battery Connected, I just simply removed the Cigar Lighter Plug from the Socket. Hope that this helps others.
Thanks for the info, DIYers appreciate people like yourself
Thanks for watching!
Thanks buddy, had some wonky strange error codes on wife’s 2019 Tiguan and slow starts. Did some digging and learned that changing the battery could cause lots of other memory, key, code, various issues. Did your trick and it worked GREAT and various low voltage codes went away. Keeping the alligator clips on the terminal cables was difficult.
you can have a detuned engine and transmission if you dont register the battery on certain cars
What a brilliant video. I have just changed the 12v battery on my Mercedes E-250 and, following the tutorial's advice on getting a Multifunctional Jump Starter system to keep the car computer's memory intact. I am pleased to report that it's all gone perfectly - so many thanks for such excellent guidance.
On most cars, the cig lighter socket is dead when the key is off, so powering there won't help, and you don't want to turn the key ON, because that will draw more current than the low current mode can supply. OTOH, it was nice to see that M-B provided a nice + terminal for this exact purpose.
As long as you don't try to start it it is fine. Thanks for watching!
I turned the key to ON with no problem, just don't engage the starter.
how will the cigarette socket stay powered when you remove the battery ?
I kept my computers memory by using a solar battery charger placed on the dash board. Disconnecting the battery and leaving the charger plugged into he cig lighter kept the computer with enough power so it didn't lose it's memory during the battery removal.
In Japanese carsand may others, the 12 volt convenience outlet may be controlled by a relay that is energized by the 12V battery which means that to be safe you should connect the keep-alive replacement directly to the battery cable terminals,
So even if you supply 12v through the OBD II port, the computer may still lose memory?
I have a Toyota Hybrid 2019 and it's time to replace the battery soon, so I was thinking whether to connect the jump box directly to the battery cables or to the OBD II port if I have a special adapter.
A couple of things. It's a huge issue with the 2007 Lexus LS460. If you change the battery in a 2007 Lexus LS460 without using a Memory Saver/Battery Saver you will likely end up getting the following message on your navigation screen. A program cannot be read. Please consult to a dealer. When this happen you have no option but to engage the dealer. Also, if you use the cigarette lighter option you risk loosing power to your car's computer if the cigarette lighter outlet has a timeout feature. I would strongly discourage using this option unless you are ABSOLUTELY sure your vehicle's 12 volt cigarette outlet does NOT timeout.
Totally agree with you bro. My Lexus has NO power at the cigarette lighter socket unless the ignition power is on. Therefore you cannot use the battery saver, only option is to connect it to the OBD plug, this way you're ok. Cheers
You can still connect directly to the battery leads. Just need to be careful that they don't get knocked off during the change over.
Many cars lighter socket won't work unless ACC or Ignition is on which is definitely an issue for this procedure.
My 2021 Mazda has a time out feature but that's around 30 minutes so plenty of time to get this job done.@@caddyrack
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If using the cigarette lighter socket, be sure to turn key to accessory or to the on position, as most are not powered with the key off. Electrons can't get out if not switched.
How will you know if you're running off the battery or the aux pack?
I imagine you'd be running off both until the main battery is removed, just as though you were jump starting.
For anyone reading this be very cautious as ACC mode may draw more amps than the lighter is designed for. Unlikely but be sure to turn off radio and anything else possible before hand
I was always told to change battery with key on voltage spike could damage sensitive components
So EU cars the cigarette lighter is always on. Japanese cars the cig lighter is always off. Don’t turn the car to ON position or accessories position. Connect your charger directly to battery leads so you don’t burn out 10am cig fuse
My jump pack came with an OBDIi connector. That works even if the lighter port is switched. I also noticed that you didn't clean the battery cables before attaching the new battery. Always clean the cable ends and the battery posts before you connect them. Modern cars are very voltage sensitive and you want a good, clean connection. You can get a wire brush terminal cleaner for less than $5 that makes the job easy.
Great observation for cleaning the terminals, I worked for AAA battery service and took it one step more with brushing some baking soda water on the terminals and battery box, then flushing with water. Also coated the treads of the terminal bolts with oil which can be easily found on the oil dip stick. ( Also I have used a 9 volt battery with adapter plugged into the 12 volt port and that seemed to work, saved me from buying a jump pack )
Yes a lot of cars have switched lighter/ accessory ports making the plug in battery backup useless.
Very true, one needs to be aware of that switched accessory port if attempting to maintain voltage. I guess the crux here is that 9 volt DC will maintain voltage when disconnecting main battery. @@tombanes
Hello. As one other person has asked: What is the connection at the other end of the spliced-in alligator clips and where does it connect to on the jump pack?
Awesome video you're saving me over 100 dollars brother 🤙
No problem 👍 Happy to help!
I used a 9 volt battery hooked to the aux/cigarette light socket. 1st, put a driver's or passenger window down, lean in ,plug in to the socket. Do not open the door. Remove your main battery , do you r thing , reinstall main car battery, unplug the aux input. Did this on several of my Corvettes , zero issues. Doesn't work on all cars, but did on my GMs. Will try it on my Mazda SUV.
Really great instructions you gave. I thought they where pretty through ! Thanks very much !
Thanks for watching!
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Smh....
Google "change Tesla 12v battery"
Awesome videos for modern cars. bring back (1931 ford model A ) something i can work on.
Haha I've got a 1967 Camaro that makes an appearance every once in a while. Thanks for watching!
Been doing something similar with jump leads for years mostly to save the stereo if I did not have the codes for it.
Knowing some cigarette lighters are ignition feed this trick will be useless on some cars. There was an adaptor that fit in the lighter and had a 9 volt battery on the other end.
My 1999 Nissan Maxima 3 litre V6 has a anti theft system to the radio/cd. So if the battery is removed it needs to be re-set with the code to get the radio going. They way round it is to have a 12 volt supply available in place of the battery, so a battery jump start set, a similar battery or even the 12 volts DC from your model railway control. This is because it is a fiddle to re-set the code!
My garage has always used the bridging system if the battery has to be removed.
Thanks Jim’s Garage!
Could I just run jumper cables from another car (not running) and accomplish the same result?
All that is required to protect the computer’s memory is 9 volts. Parts stores sell $10 kits consisting of a 9 volt battery attached to a cigarette socket plug. Cheap and effective. Don’t forget to clean your terminals.
Same but mine plugs into obd port under driver side dash👍👍
I used a 9V battery to power the computer thru the cigarette port when changing out the battery. When I was done, that 9V battery was burn your fingers HOT! It worked though.
Those 9v memory keepers can be a problem with a car that has a cigarette lighter that is switched off without turning the key to the accessory position. The drain on the 9v battery may be too great with the draw from everything that gets powered up and low voltage can trigger a bunch of codes and radio memory can be lost. I leave my car switched off and use an adapter that plugs into the OBD port. I made VERY sure my 12v battery pack has the correct polarity before I did this.
Well , I ended up hooking up normal jumping cables to a running car , then switched the battery keeping the terminals still connected , it worked like perfect
Thanks for the info. One important action would be to reset/reprogram the battery management system for those vehicles having one. A requirement to avoid battery damage and prolonging life of new battery.
How can this be done?
@Lmlc24 From what I've seen, it requires an OBD II Port scanner that allows battery adaptation settings/adjustments. As for how much that OBD II Scanner cost No idea depends on what scanner you purchase. Wish I knew this before I try secretly replacing my 80 year old neighbors battery on her 2017 VW Tiguan TSi. She's on a very tight income and I told her it just needs a full charge.. trying to help her without her knowing.
@@eddiej.2354 thank for the replying I do appreciate it, I have a 2013 RAM 1500 and I purchase an AGM Optima yellow top 8 months ago and went down little by little to the point that it can barely start the truck, it was same group (H7) from previous but previous battery was a flooded battery, I don’t know if this had to be done like letting the computer know that now has a different type of battery but it’s the first time that I purchase a battery and it last only months, fortunately I was covered with warranty and they gave me a new one but I wonder if I must do this in case the truck is suitable to do so???
I have found nothing about it on the media yet!
I did this on a couple of my Ford Fusions (I have 3, have owned 4 and have 6 Fords currently) when I switched the batteries to larger CCA + AGM batteries. Used my OBDLinkMX+ adapter and a laptop running a program called Forscan. Went in to the battery settings and modified the Module AS-Built Data Values to the corresponding Group Size/Case, CCA, Ah, of the new battery which adjusted the system to charge at that rate instead of the lower preset charge rates of the much smaller OEM flooded lead-acid battery that came in the vehicle. The OBDII adapter sells for approx. $140 but can be found on sale for $100. Works with iPhone, Android and Windows but a laptop program will be needed to change AS-Data Module values.
That being said I have a 2004 F150 Lariat SuperCrew that I did a like for like (same CA, CCA, Group Size) battery swap except from a flooded lead-acid to AGM and made no changes via OBDII and have had no issues with proper charging since doing so.
I have found some battery terminals are smaller in diameter, so the clamps can’t be tightened properly, in which case I made a metal split sleeve. 15mm copper plumbing pipe works well.
Terrific video and thanks! To confirm: To replace the battery, one has to follow use THIS video's procedure, to preserve the ECM, and then step 2: Reset the Battery Mgmt System using your other video. Right or is there a 3rd or 4th step which I'm omitting? Will the other video be applicable to a Kia Seltos?
If one doesn't want to spring $100 for a jump box, what would a typical mechanic charge (labor) to replace an AGM battery brought to him (or her?) by the customer?
This guy is very good at his work
They have a memory saver that plugs right in the OBD port. Very easy to use
Would it be the apporiate time at this point to spray on a anti-corrugation agent on the battery terminals?
Just attach terminals before removing battery to a second vehicle with jumper cables and replace the battery. Always use gloves and eye protection playing with batteries.
One thing if you use the acc outlet to power up the car to keep the computer going make sure that the cigarette lighter has voltage it doesn't have a blown fuse. And everything is turn off.
Nice video work, good “how too” instruction covering all the key points.
I use my OBD port with my jump box. I have a 2017 Kia Sportage.
Back in the 90's I had a cord with a cigarette plug that I put a 9V battery plug on. The 9V battery was enough to keep the Clock and radio presets from clearing.
Hey thanks for the informative video! Just wondering, would I be able to use a regular charger or a trickle charger instead of the jump pack?
Yep! Thanks for watching!
Use a trickle charger. Works great. Keeps all the memory info intact.
Turtle from Entourage! Thanks Bruv!! running to swap out my Batt
Not sure if that's a good thing or bad? No problem! Thanks for watching!
My father was an engineer, the sort of guy who had a fire extinguisher in every room. Among the zillions of electronic doodads I inherited was a .75 amp Automatic Battery Float Charger, never opened. Worked perfectly, the only problem was the old battery didn't have a strap or handle and was SO heavy and awkward to get out.
Loved the video, Many thanks.
Excellent video. Thank you,
I have the same Noco jump box. I also have the cigarette lighter cable, but it only plugs into the POWER IN port to charge the box. How did you set it up for POWER OUT?
Thank you I just did mine with no issues.
Nice work! Thanks for watching!
Mercedes GLA250's are some of the most beautiful piece of shit cars in the world. Even simple procedures like removing batteries require light surgery, especially when parts seize. 10/10 dont recommend buying one anymore.
😂😂😂 amen
This takes about 30 minutes. Quite easy frankly
@artagain8977 Simple but not "easy." There are too many loose parts to account for when removing a battery. Also, they're not reliable in sub-zero weather, like advertised. For instance, removing a battery in -20 weather is a chore. What if there was an emergency? On most cars, the battery cable is in plain sight, not covered in hard plastic. Also, trying to boost these things at the charging connectors is futile sometimes and often still requires one to connect directly to the battery. The reason I bring up -20 weather is that those inconveniences can also cause one to freeze their gas lines in a matter of seconds.
I totally agree 100%.
I am sorry but I don’t understand where the other end of the alligator clips go to. You use the jump pack And the wired alligator clips ? Thank you for this video !
If you did not have a booster pack, could you jump from another automobile?
You used car sig litter than u used the neg positive terminal by the battery. Is it either one sig lighter or neg pos terminal on battery ? Thanks
So now I have to pay Jeff Bezos a $100 for a battery pack, just so I can replace my $150 battery? I hate these electronic monsters.
No, Terry, just use jump leads from any other car battery, possibly in another car. And if you follow the strategy I posted today, you can choose when to do it.
actually, I was going to use my jumper cables to my other car to keep the computer alive, until I seen this video and realized I could just use my NOCO jump box. I highly recommend getting one for emergencies and charging phones, etc. Very useful. I am constantly using my box to jump other people's cars, motorcycles, machines, and they have built in "idiot" detectors so people do not make contact between positive and negative. Often I have to jump things (trucks), that my car does not have the cranking amps to turnover. my little NOCO jump box can jump several cold diesel trucks on one charge; or, about a dozen dead batteries in regular cars. It also has an override, that allows me to start and run a vehicle with no battery or alternator for at least 5-15 minutes.
Excellent video. Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
I want to change the driver seat on my Jetta Hybrid 2013 (EU Version) It is necessary to follow these steps from your video in order to avoid any errors with the airbags lights? Also the lighter from this car does not work if the ignition is not switched on. So, what’s your advice?
Please help me with an answer! Thank you so much and God bless you!🙏🏻🙏🏻
Great video. I have a 2020 vw gli needs a battery should i try this? Not wanting to spend 500
09:38 - I'm a little confused. Why would the negative terminal create a spark when being reattached and if it does, should we _not_ continue with the battery install? Thanks
A draw can cause the battery to ark or spark when reconnected. Then those sparks can ignite the gasses off the battery and explode. Can be dangerous. Thanks for watching!
starting in 2022 Tesla replaced all of their 12 volt lead acid batteries (you won't e able to find one in the car). The replacement was a newly designed lithium 16 volt battery that is permanently installed. The design of the new battery is the same as the power batteries and should last the life of the car.
Good to clean the connectors with wire brush terminal cleaner device before connecting to new battery.
Thanks for the helpful tips.
Hi! Can I use one of these when connecting my multimeter in series with the battery terminal to test for parasitic current drain or would it mess up the readings?
EXCELLENT video new subscriber
Wow thank you for the sub! :)
Nice informations! thinks!
I would like to know if it's possible to charge a 12 volts battery via the "lighter plug" on an electric car like Volvo Xc40 Twins Recharge (2022)?
If yes...how can we do so?
Think you!
I have a Kia EV6 and going overseas for 6 weeks. Should the 12v battery be disconnected from the high voltage battery while away? I plan to trickle charge the high voltage battery on a timer to result in a 80% charge when I return. If I disconnect the 12v battery I could end up with the issues you discuss here. Would the 12v battery keep getting charged by the high voltage battery if it get the trickle charge?
I changed the starter battery on our 2014 Fiat Ducato (RAM) camper, everything fine except the radio will not switch off!
@2CarPros So, considering de-powering a vehicle's electrical system (by turning the vehicle off and disconnecting the battery) is the first step to perform most electrical system repairs, how does one cut the power to the entire electrical system without cutting power to the on-board computer?
(Could be the subject of at least one UA-cam video, huh?)
I can say I have had no issue changing my battery on my 2011 Tucson. It does not care if the power is disconnected other than losing the radio presets on the xm radio.
I have a 2000 vw golf, sounds like I probably dont have to do this technique but I want to make sure. Would you recommend this for my car?
I purchased the NOCO Boost HD and the connector cable that connects to the power out from the booster has a male and female connector on it. The power out from the booster requires the male end of the cable. The adaptor that plugs into the cigarettes lighter/ auxiliary power port adaptor has male connector and so does the remaining cable end. Is there a auxiliary power adaptor the has a male input?
@4:43 Which one you turned on, the car or the charger?
My local battery did something unusual by disconnecting the battery while the engine ran idle without the a/c turned on. And guess what, it works!
Where could I get the part you connect into the cigarette port
Actually, other cars have the same problem. I have a 2009 Scion xB and it needs a constant voltage to keep the computers and radio settings in tact. I've used a simple device that plugs into the n12 volt port (formerly cigarette lighter) with a 9 volt battery attached. 9 volts are enough to keep this system alive.
I think some cars have to have the key in the on position for the cigarette lighter/auxiliary plug to work. Does the key need to be in the on position to supply voltage to the computer in your scenario? Thanks.
My 2020 Acadia does not have power to the Cigarette lighter socket with ignition off or on acc.
Can you just connect another 12V battery (e.g. a deep cycle RV battery) to the battery cables?
What about long term travel? Say for a month or two or more? How would one disconnect the battery to prevent it going dead flat after a long vacation?
I wonder if some have diode protection on the lighter socket so current wont go in?
Is there anyway using the NOCO GB40 jump box in Replacing a Car Battery and Keep the Computer's Memory?
CHECK OUT THAT YOU HAVE POWER IN THE CIGAR LIGHTER WHEN THE ENGINE IS OFF
Hi 2CarPros. I have had this computer problem with Subaru’s MY2007 2.5ltr 10speed manual is a bitch to drive (stalls at every intersection) if you have disconnected the engine management computer.
It does re-tune step by step over a week or two!
Ans; I made two light duty jumper leads with a small lamp 10>20W, connect to any P/S, if you F/Up the lamp lights up . How simple is that! LesC.
So, can you use a low amperage battery tender on the battery clamps?
I use a accessory plug with a 9 v battery attached plug it in to a accessory port works just fine
Did you gingerly hook up 2 jumper box's?? 😊
Outrageous that companies building cars that need the dealer to reprogam after changing or unhooking battery. Thats why I keep my 2008 and 2012 Honda.
my 2008 Odyssey needs reprogramming after I change the battery.
@2carpros Is it the same process for a 2021 toyota highlander xle?
How did you splice the wires into the novo charger?
Really wish he would answer this question. It's been asked multiple times.🫤
Hi, Sir.
After I replaced my 2020 Lexus RX 350 battery and the dashboard on the right side shows a (car/off) and a (P””/off).
Would you please help and share your expertise how to fixed.
Thanks in advance and I am a huge fan of your.
Paul H
Will it be the same process for a 2021 toyota highlander xle?
I thought you're supposed to disconnect the negative first during removal then connect the negative terminal first when installing the battery.
Most modern cars disconnect the cigar lighter socket when the ignition key is switched off so unless you leave it switched on this route will not work.
Sorry to ask where does the other end of the alligator wire go? I see 2 wires, one end to positive and negative to the car, and other end just leave hanging? Please help clarify. Thanks.
+ to + (red), and - to - (black, and in this case (as usual) connected to the car body.)
Use a old tried but charged battery hooked up to cables and the car's cables. Pull the car battery out and replace with the new battery. It is a two person job but works of you are careful.
That works too! Thanks for watching!
My 2015 Transit battery is pretty dead, like ~6 volts. How low can it go before the ECU "forgets" everything? I'm going to use a separate 12 volt supply through the OBD-II port when I replace the battery, but I'm wondering if there's any memory left to save at this point. I just spent over $200 in gas driving around aimlessly so I could get my van smogged, and then _this_ happened!
Question with the genius turned on can I just connect the jumper leads to the battery terminal leads then remove and replace the battery.?
Thanks in advance
If you have the jumper leads attached to a new battery. It would be tricky those clamps love to fall off. Thanks for watching!
Thanks, I was careful and got away it but the cigarettes lighter method probably would have been safer . This was a really helpful video as I have the noco . They are a handy little unit. Thanks again.
Or connect up to another car or 12v battery using normal jump leads. Then swap out old battery for new with the jump leads still connected. No loss of volts.
the best answer!
Why don't you tell users ,what you do with the other ends of the alligator clips?
Yeah..I didn't understand that. Where did the other end of alligator clips connected to?
the other ends of the alligator clips go to the jump pack booster
Batteries generate an explosive gas, so sparking could cause an explosion giving the installer a face full of acid. Eye protection strongly suggested.
Any reason I can't take jumper cables going from one car battery and connect them to the battery cables south of the terminal posts of the battery I am taking out and still have 12 to 13 volts feeding my vehicle whose battery is to come out? I am thinking this will hold my memory in my Range Rover so I dont loose settings. I replaced a battery once before on this Rover w/o holding volts to the ECU and memory and my radio key fob did not work. My power windows were messed up and many other loses did incur.
spliced in the red and black wires where? attached to the charger alligator clips??
thanks for doing this on a car that almost everybody owns, a Mercedes-Benz....😂😂🤣
Sometimes those boosters put out over 15 volts fully charged under a light load. Is that OK?
Did you make cigarette lighter cable? I have one of those jump device. Always lose memory when I mess with battery.
Interestingly my 2020 VW ev (ID.3) had no problem with a regular battery out, battery in swap.
Your workaround is something that I did consider though.
Hello, I was wondering do we have to buy this gadget or will any 12v battery power supply with alligator or lighter attachment suffice?
Any 12volt supply will do BUT, BUT be very careful that you have the polarity correct and don’t short anything !
You mention you turn it on after you plug in the cigarette lighter. What is the thing do you need to turn on? The car or the power pack?
Ignition to the second position BUT DONT TRY TO START IT Thanks for watching!
Isn't cigarette lighter port for output only?
Thank you for the info
What if the 12v accessory plug is not active when key is not on? And you remove the new battery post covers before dropping the new battery in so you don’t forget to remove later? Really? How might that be possible?
How can you feed with voltage from the cigaret port when the battery is removed? Where is the power bank?