The "Auto Stop-Start" is so annoying!!!!

[texevora]

Just finished the install of the Autostop Eliminator. I didn't want to wait and assume that an eventual fix for the charge system error would ever be developed. Also didn't want to worry about resetting everything back to factory if the car is ever in for warranty service.

The wire harness version install is super easy. <10 mins from start to finish, and much cleaner (ie nothing hanging off of your OBD dongle). Even an idiot like me had no problem installing it.

All i used was 2 microfiber towels to avoid damaging the plastic, a 7mm offset ratchet, and a plastic pry tool.

 

[Grey ghost]

We should change the name of this forum to the i hate the auto stop-start.
even people I talked to six months ago that said oh it doesn't bother me that much I think it's handy have learned to hate it and another guy went and traded his in and got a Chevrolet. Congratulations your car is now 100% more enjoyable

 

[Deadman]

That center plastic piece is TIGHT and feels like you are breaking it while trying to remove it.

 

[Artie]

So what is the consensus on the best battery for these vehicles? I’ve seen Northstar and Optima mentioned but checking their websites shows none that fit my Navigator... I assume it’s the same battery as what would be in a Expy Platinum. My voltage is running in the low 12’s and this is after a 500 mile drive on Wednesday. I haven’t had the dealer look at it but that will be my next move if I start to have more issues with my locks and lighting. I’d rather move up in battery quality vs replace with what I got now.

 

[NukeLife]

This may be old school, but I’m accustomed to seeing 13.5v on a “healthy” system.

 

[Artie]

This may be old school, but I’m accustomed to seeing 13.5v on a “healthy” system.

I believe that’s where it should be reading.

 

[Fozzy]

https://www.odysseybattery.com/Battery_Search.aspx
I love the Odyssey batteries. They are rock solid. The only problem is the AGM charging problem. I have yet to find any stock charging system that can keep them topped off, including my 19’ Expy. They need to be topped off at regular intervals and they will last longer than your Expy.


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[Artie]

https://www.odysseybattery.com/Battery_Search.aspx
I love the Odyssey batteries. They are rock solid. The only problem is the AGM charging problem. I have yet to find any stock charging system that can keep them topped off, including my 19’ Expy. They need to be topped off at regular intervals and they will last longer than your Expy.


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So there’s just no avoiding hooking up a charger every once in a while, is this what your saying? If that’s the case then there may not be anything wrong with my battery. What should my voltage be at, over 12.2?

 

[Plati]

https://www.odysseybattery.com/Battery_Search.aspx
I love the Odyssey batteries. They are rock solid. The only problem is the AGM charging problem. I have yet to find any stock charging system that can keep them topped off, including my 19’ Expy. They need to be topped off at regular intervals and they will last longer than your Expy.


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Wait a minute. I asked this question and several Forum posters said ANY vehicle can keep them charged. Do you know something they don't know? I'm not being snarky, just asking.

Also - you say "they will last longer than your Expy". Surely you jest? I'm still driving my 2003 Expy, they aint gonna last that long. 5 years is probably good. Sorry if your name isn't Shirley.

 

[Fozzy]

So there’s just no avoiding hooking up a charger every once in a while, is this what your saying? If that’s the case then there may not be anything wrong with my battery. What should my voltage be at, over 12.2?

In my experience with AGM batteries you have to top them off with a AGM charger. My Expy had the lights freaking out and would randomly flash the lights. I put it on the charger last week and it was only 30% charged. Topped it off and it is back to normal. A fully charged AGM battery is 12.65. I just went out and tested my voltage on my year old 19’ factory battery. 12.3 Volts cold and 14.9 Volts with the truck running. I would say your battery is fine.



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