Battery Archives - Import Car
Mercedes EQS Service Opportunities

EQ is the EV brand for Mercedes. It is the equivalent of Audi’s Etron.

Toyota Prius Battery Codes P0A7F, P2011 and P0A80

A second generation Toyota Prius is at least 12 years old and batteries may need to be replaced. Here’s what the codes mean.

BMW 4-Series Service

The 4-series does not stray far from the typical BMW engineering and operation.

ECU Reflashing

Reflash procedures are not getting any faster.

Battery Management Means Knowing How It Ages

The battery may be fully charged, but you also need to measure how low the voltages go while the engine is cranking.

The Sustainability of Lead Batteries

Learn about lead batteries and sustainable automotive practices. This video is sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

The Importance of Choosing the RIGHT Battery

Learn why the RIGHT battery is essential for modern vehicle tech.

BMW 12Volt Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion 12-volt batteries didn’t gain a lot of attention and have “flown under the radar” in the few years since being introduced by BMW. Customers likely don’t know which type of battery they have, and technicians likely won’t know either without learning how to identify them. Let’s dig into this type of battery construction, and

Different Nameplates, Different Expectations

Honda is one of the least concerned manufacturers about system voltages when it comes to reflashing.

HV/EV Battery Pack Replacements

It is difficult to say when a battery pack will need to be replaced.

Battery Charging and Diagnostics

Here are six tips to use when diagnosing a vehicle with a dead battery. 

Understanding BMW 12V Lithium Ion Battery Technology

Let’s face it, modern vehicles are more dependent on electrical systems than ever before. These days, it seems that you can’t turn on a heated seat, turn on a light, or roll down a window without one or more control units communicating with one another.  This of course presents a tremendous challenge for future vehicles,