Master Beerkie
Race Dog
Okay, so conventional batteries should not be fitted ‘cause ISS systems (Idle-Stop-Start) requires an ECM (Enhanced Cyclic Mat) battery:
“Unlike a regular battery which simply supplies a large current to turn the starter motor, a stop-start battery has enhanced cyclic performance which has the ability to discharge and recharge many times. This means that even when the engine is in the off/idle position, the battery continues to power the ancillary systems such as lights, air conditioning and in-car entertainment. Many cars also have brake regeneration systems, so any energy created when the brakes are applied is also stored in the battery for later use.”
I was quoted R2000 earlier today to replace my size 658 battery and if say an ISS battery was required, R4600 then.
IMO – there goes the fuel savings. please enlighten me :eek7:
“Unlike a regular battery which simply supplies a large current to turn the starter motor, a stop-start battery has enhanced cyclic performance which has the ability to discharge and recharge many times. This means that even when the engine is in the off/idle position, the battery continues to power the ancillary systems such as lights, air conditioning and in-car entertainment. Many cars also have brake regeneration systems, so any energy created when the brakes are applied is also stored in the battery for later use.”
I was quoted R2000 earlier today to replace my size 658 battery and if say an ISS battery was required, R4600 then.
IMO – there goes the fuel savings. please enlighten me :eek7: