About three months ago I accidentally left home, leaving the interior light on in the car, if after five hours a car was not required, then I would definitely have put my battery to zero. Then I decided to take on the implementation of eliminating this jamb of the Japanese, and turn off I-Stop at one time, especially since I chose a simple TIMER long known to many electronics engineers as the basis for solving these problems.

The integral version of this timer has existed for more than thirty years, it is NE555N and its Russian counterpart KR1006VI. The cost of this microcircuit in stores varies from 30r to 50r, but this is not enough, the permissible current at the output of the microcircuit is allowed up to 200Ma, which allows you to directly connect almost any small-sized relay for 12V to it. A fully assembled timer consists of only seven parts, you just need to select their values, assemble, and check the operation of the device. There is one feature of the NE555 and KR1006VI microcircuits when they are soldered, each pin being soldered should be held with tweezers or other heat sink, they are very afraid of overheating.

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The diagram shows that everything is very simple. Time-setting capacitor 22 microfarads, time-setting resistor, to obtain a relay response time of 3-6 seconds, is equal to 120-160 kom. In my version, a 220kom potentiometer is installed.

When assembled, we got a 34.5x23mm board. I did all the editing on a piece of breadboard that was lying in my trash. I made the jumpers between the parts with a thin mounting wire. I assembled it on a breadboard because I didn't want to bother with etching the board.

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The block of buttons can be easily disassembled, in its left part, closed by a technological plug, there is an empty space with guides, into which I inserted the board, having previously adjusted it to size.

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On the button board, red arrows mark the contacts of the I-Stop button, and with blue arrows, I marked two cuts for laying the wires going to the contacts of the executive relay.

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Type of soldered wires.

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And this is how the already assembled button block looks like with outgoing 12V power wires, they must be connected to the fuse box (in the cabin under the driver's left knee) to the ACC power circuit, preferably through a 1A fuse. Moreover, under the button block there is an empty pocket for OEM navigation, in it I installed a microswitch that cuts off the power to the timer. This is in case you need to perform initialization, or in the summer you want I-Stop to start performing its duties.

The principle of operation of this entire system is as follows: We turn on the ignition, 12v power is supplied to the timer, relay K1 turns on and closes the contacts of the I-Stop button with its contacts, the charging current begins to flow through the timing R1C1. As soon as the capacitor C1 is charged to the supply voltage, the relay K1 will turn off and the contacts of the I-Stop button will open, but during the time the relay contacts were closed, the I-Stop system will turn off, emitting two beeps. In my version, the relay contacts are closed for 5-6 seconds. In fact, we delegate the function of pressing the I-Stop button to the timer with its executive relay, without worrying about turning it off every time the engine is started.

What is good about this option, in my opinion, is that it does not require cardinal changes in the car circuit, at any time you can return to the normal operation of the system, and does not require large financial investments, given that I had most of the details and I had to buy only a relay for 50r and a microcircuit for 35r costs are minimal. If you count all the details, then you can keep within 200r.

P.S. I want to note that I am not a cool electronics engineer, rather it is a hobby left over from a young age, so I do not pretend, in this case, to the ultimate truth, especially since I have not offered anything new. If, on the basis of my post, people have more recent and sensible ideas, I will only be glad of this.

And lastly, if you decide to implement my proposal to disable I-Stop, then it will be YOUR decision and you are fully responsible for its result.

P. S. 2 must add Switch S1 I removed from the circuit, its installation is, of course, desirable for the rapid discharge of the capacitor when the timer turns off, but for this, then it is necessary to fence a whole garden, naturally, with an increase in the number of parts and of course dimensions.

What should be the fuel consumption of a 150-horsepower two-liter engine that accelerates a two-ton crossover Mazda CX-5? It would seem - not small. But in fact, thanks to an intelligent smart system i-stop, which turns off the car engine even during short stops, idling is reduced to a minimum. The result is that the CX-5 engine consumes about one and a half times less fuel than its “classmates” (Nissan X-Trail, Tiguan, Audi Q3, Q5). However, frequent stops / starts of the engine place special demands on the power supply of the car.

Influence of i-stop system on Mazda CX 5 battery

It is known that the battery gives the maximum current when the engine is started. Further, its partial discharge is compensated by recharging from the generator. If this is followed by a long trip on the highway, then the Mazda CX-5 battery is charged in the usual auto mode for most. When driving in an urban cycle, each stop of the car starts the i-stop system, and the generator stops working. The battery for Mazda CX-5 with i-stop, in addition to the function of an energy source for the subsequent start of the engine, is also superimposed on the power supply functions for all on-board systems of the car - audio system, climate control system, diagnostic systems, electrical sensors, external lighting devices and interior lighting, heated glass and mirrors, heated seats, etc.

Influence of the state of charge of the battery on the operation of the i-stop system

Not only i-stop affects the battery for Mazda CX-5. There is also a feedback - the operation of the i-stop depends on the degree of battery charge. The parameter characterizing the state of charge of the battery is expressed as a percentage and is called State of charge or simply SOC. For the i-stop system to work correctly, the SOC must be above 85%. And with SOC less than 68.4%, i-stop stops working altogether.

Smart charging of the CX-5 battery

It is impossible to fully compensate for the loss of electrical energy during the operation of the i-stop system in the urban cycle, but Mazda engineers made sure that even with frequent shutdowns / starts of the engine, the battery Mazda CX-5 2.0 the standard equipment received maximum recharge. This was achieved through the introduction of the so-called intelligent charging system (smart charging).

When the car decelerates, caused by a decrease in the supply of fuel to the engine cylinders or by braking the car (by braking or by braking the engine), the current sensor automatically increases the voltage of the generator, thereby allowing the accumulation of additional electrical energy to charge the battery. In addition, smart smart charging utilizes the vehicle's kinetic energy, reducing the load on the alternator, which also contributes to fuel economy. Of course, "fast charging" with high currents is not the best way to preserve the long-term operation of any power source, but so far nothing better has been invented in this area.

IMPORTANT! USING THE “QUICK CHARGE” MODE WHEN CHARGING WITH THE CHARGER IS NOT ALLOWED. IGNORING THIS NOTICE MAY LEAVE THE I-STOP SYSTEM.

Charging the Mazda CX 5 Battery at Home

The intensity of the discharge depends on many factors. These include: turning on the burglar alarm, opening / closing doors / hood, the position of the automatic transmission lever (to minimize leaks, it is recommended to leave an unexploited car with the automatic transmission lever set in the "P" position) and even the presence of the vehicle access key in or near the vehicle ("Wearable card"). Therefore, the vast majority of Mazda CX-5 owners will sooner or later need additional charging of their car's battery. It is quite possible to do this at home using a special charger. Operation manual (manual) Mazda CX-5 recommends performing this procedure every 2-3 weeks.

Consider how to charge the battery on the Mazda CX 5.

First, you need to establish the very fact of the need to charge the battery, i.e. evaluate SOC. This is done by measuring the density of the electrolyte with a hydrometer. In this case, one should remember about the influence of the ambient temperature on this indicator. You can compare the density of the electrolyte at a given air temperature with the SOC index using tables that contain special reference books, both printed and online.

For example, at an ambient temperature of 20 degrees, SOC \u003d 100% will correspond to an electrolyte density of 1.280 g / cm3, SOC \u003d 85% - 1.262 g / cm3, 65% - 1.234 g / cm3, respectively. At lower ambient temperatures, the electrolyte density corresponding to a certain SOC level will be higher, at higher temperatures, lower. It is not necessary to have a complete table of conformity of electrolyte density to SOC at different temperatures on hand. It is enough to remember the casting formula:

The density of the electrolyte (at t \u003d 20 o C) \u003d the measured value of the density + (actual temperature of the OS - 20) x 0.0007.

Before charging the Mazda CX 5 battery, mark the battery that has been most drained. Based on the density of the electrolyte in it, the battery charging time is selected from the tables. For example, a density greater than 1.24 means that the charge time will be 180 minutes, while a density of 1.17 will take 360 \u200b\u200bminutes to fully charge. Charge with a constant current of 10 amperes, checking and adjusting (if necessary) the amperage every 60 minutes.

Evaluation of SOC (by density of electrolyte) is carried out 6-48 hours after the end of charging. If the density of the electrolyte in one of the cans is less than 1.25, then you should think about buying a new battery.

In the autumn-winter period, the number of electricity consumers increases significantly. An additional load is provided by the above-mentioned climate control, heated glass and mirrors, heated seats, as a result of which the discharge in winter occurs much faster than in summer. At one point, the car may simply not start. In this situation, some motorists work proactively - they turn off i-stop. You can completely forget about fuel economy in this situation. The car engine and power supply of the Mazda CX 5 operate in the same mode as in hundreds of other car models. Option two - to purchase and always carry with you an external source of electricity - an autonomous starting and charging device. This will allow, if necessary, to carry out an emergency start of the car engine.

A modern autonomous starting-charger (booster) does not take up much space. It can be used, if necessary, both to start the internal combustion engine and to replenish the charge of a standard energy source. After starting the engine, the charge of its own booster can be replenished immediately by connecting it to the car's electrical network through the cigarette lighter socket.

Replacing the Mazda CX-5 battery

It is very important to keep track of the battery charge level. If the SOC falls below 25% (the density of the electrolyte before charging is below 1.17), battery recovery will already be very problematic. Irreversible changes take place in the plates, which will not allow them to accumulate and hold for a long time the charge necessary for the stable operation of the i-stop system.

How to change the battery for a Mazda CX 5

The procedure for replacing the battery on the Mazda CX 5 is very simple. The first step is to remove the old battery:

1. Disconnect the current sensor from the negative terminal. This will de-energize the on-board computer, preventing the possible passage of an erroneous engine control signal.
2. Remove the negative terminal.
3. Remove the positive terminal.
4. Remove the retaining bar.

Install a new Mazda CX 5 battery 1 minute after removing the old one. During this small time gap, information about the state of the old battery will be deleted from the memory of the PCM (Powertrain control module - aka "brains"). Installing a new battery is performed in the reverse order of removal.

After installing a new storage battery, it must be "registered" in the system:

1. With the engine off, set the engine start switch to the ON position.
2. Set the automatic transmission lever to the "neutral" position.
3. With the brake pedal depressed:

• press and hold the gas pedal for at least 5 seconds. The battery charge indicator and the main warning indicator should start flashing;
• press and release the gas pedal three times. The battery charge indicator and main warning indicator should go out.

If the Mazda CX-5 is equipped with an LCD display in the instrument cluster, all doors must be closed before setting the engine start switch to ON, after installation, wait for the warning message to appear on the display, and then delete it with the INFO switch located on the steering wheel.

To check how correct the initialization of the Mazda CX-5 battery was, you must turn on the ignition, then press and hold the i-stop switch for 10 seconds. A flashing green indicator will mean that the battery initialization procedure has been successfully completed. A flashing yellow indicator means undercharge or overcharge of the battery. A permanently lit yellow indicator means that the initialization of the battery in the system has not been completed, it must be repeated.

For correct initialization of the battery, its SOC must be more than 75%.

What kind of battery can be put on the Mazda CX-5

Taking into account the specifics of the i-stop system, the manufacturer strongly recommends using the original Mazda CX-5 battery, the article of which can be specified in the Mazda catalogs. In addition, you can obtain comprehensive information on which battery to supply your Mazda CX-5 with from an authorized Mazda service center. Initially, Mazda CX-5 crossovers were equipped with 65-ampere batteries from the assembly line. GS Yuasa Q-85 ... Today, the range of batteries allowed for installation has expanded significantly. You can find out which battery is in the Mazda CX 5 by examining the sticker on its case. When choosing a battery different from the one that the car was equipped with on the conveyor, take into account not only the capacity and starting current (for models with a two-liter engine - starting current 540 A * h, for engine models with a volume of 2.2 liters - 640 A * h), but and type ( AGM / EFB).

It is very important to pay attention to the dimensions. The extremely dense arrangement of the engine compartment obliges them to withstand them especially carefully. Owners of a two-liter engine should choose a battery corresponding to dimensions 202 x 230 x 172 mm (height x length x width), a 2.2-liter model will request a longer niche - 202 x 255 x 172 mm - battery marking

The manufacturer installed the i-stop system on Mazda CX-5 cars of the last years of production. Many are interested in what it is, does the system benefit the car owner, and can it be turned off?

What is i-stop

The i-stop (i-stop) system of the MazdaCX-5 is a function of intelligent stop and restart of the engine, a proprietary development of the Mazda company. To briefly describe the principle of the system operation, it is as follows.

The car engine automatically shuts off in traffic jams, at traffic lights, when the car stops, and then automatically restarts when the driver wants to continue driving.

In more detail the logic of the system operation is presented in the table.

The engine will stop automatically when all conditions are met, depending on the availability of climate control and the type of gearbox.

System advantages and disadvantages

The main purpose of the i-stop system is to save fuel, reduce noise and harmful emissions into the environment. In addition, the i-stop regulates the power of the generator (intelligent charging system), because the greatest power consumption occurs when starting the engine, and the loss of charge must be quickly replenished.

At the same time, the i-stop solves the problem that it itself creates: it is the repeated repetition of the start-stop cycle that increases the load on the battery, which also takes over the power supply of all boron systems of the car when the engine is stopped.

It must be admitted that multiple repetitions of starting and stopping the car noticeably reduce the engine resource.

This is not so critical when driving on a highway, where the car moves continuously for most of the way at an approximately constant speed. But, as practice shows, most Mazda CX-5 owners use the vehicle in an urban environment, where a stop is replaced by a resumption of traffic with sufficient regularity. And if it gets stuck in a traffic jam, the engine can shut down and start several dozen times in a row, which will not add to its “health” at all.

In addition, many Mazda CX-5 users are unhappy with the i-stop system for purely psychological reasons. Not everyone likes the "highly intelligent" modern cars. Many old school drivers want to have complete control over all aspects of their "iron horse" operation.

How to disable permanently

One way or another, many are wondering how to disable i-stop permanently. The manufacturer did not foresee such an opportunity, so the home-grown "kulibins" got down to business.

The car owner forums discuss various methods. The easiest is to disable the battery charge sensor. But at the same time, the driver himself is left without information about the battery charge, which is unacceptable for obvious reasons.

Various options for changing electronic circuits require specific skills and abilities. We propose to solve the problem programmatically. For this you will need:

• notebook;
• eLM327 adapter;
• program

The essence of the method is as follows. The SSU software module differs from Mazda CX-5 models with and without i-stop system:

Module view SSU for a car with an i-stop system.

View of the SSU module for a vehicle without an i-stop system.

The task is to change the module by changing the specified values.

1. 1. We connect the laptop to the on-board computer of the car via an adapter and launch the FORScan program.
   2. We find in the menu the item indicated in the figure.

Module SSU in a programme FORScan .

1. Change the values \u200b\u200bof the leftmost cells in the top two rows.

Before the changes.

After the changes.

That's all! You can turn off your laptop, turn off and turn on the car ignition. After initializing the system, the Mazda CX-5 is ready for use!

The advantage of this method is that no physical changes are made to the device of the car, and all program actions are completely reversible.

How useful the i-stop system is in general is a matter of debate. Many believe that the developers have sacrificed the engine resource for the sake of imaginary fuel consumption and fashionable environmentalism. In any case, it is your choice whether to use certain features of your personal car.

Mazda CX-5 in all trim levels has an i-stop system (analogue of start / stop engine), what is it for? After the engine has warmed up, the i-stop system automatically mutes it when the car stops at a traffic light or in a traffic jam, and then automatically restarts the engine to continue driving. This system is designed to improve fuel efficiency, reduce exhaust emissions, and reduce noise levels while the engine is not running.

Engine stop and restart function (Vehicles with manual transmission)

1. Press the brake pedal, then depress the clutch pedal and bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. After the vehicle has come to a stop, hold the clutch pedal depressed and place the gear shift lever in neutral. When the clutch pedal is released, the i-stop activation indicator light (green) will come on and the engine will automatically stop.
3. To restart the engine, depress the clutch pedal (the green i-stop indicator will go out).

The function of stopping and restarting the engine (Cars with automatic transmission)

1. The i-stop system turns off the engine when the driver presses the brake pedal while driving and the vehicle stops (except when the vehicle is reversing). During the operation of the i-stop system, the indicator light for its activation (green) turns on.
2. After the driver releases the brake pedal when the automatic transmission selector lever is in the D / M position (but not in the fixed second gear position), the engine will automatically restart and the i-stop activation indicator (green) will turn off ... If the automatic transmission selector lever is in the N or P position, the engine will not restart even after the brake pedal is released. The engine will start after pressing the brake pedal again

Why i-stop does not work, the engine does not stop (does not turn off)

The following are excerpts from the Mazda CX-5 user manual:
To ensure safe and comfortable car operation, i-stop controls the stop and automatic restart function of the engine, constantly monitoring non-driving events, in particular the environmental conditions inside and outside the car, as well as the operating status of the car systems. The engine stops automatically when all of the following conditions are met:
- The engine was started and the vehicle was in motion for a specified period of time. Regardless of how long the engine is running, i-stop will not function if the vehicle is not moving. In addition, after the vehicle has been moving for a certain period of time and then stopped, the i-stop system will only turn on for one cycle (automatic stop and restart of the engine) while the vehicle is stopped.
- The engine was started with the hood closed.
- The engine is warm enough.

(Cars with manual transmission)
- Vehicle speed does not exceed 3 km / h.

- The vehicle is stationary.

- The battery is in good technical condition. The hood is closed.
- All doors and tailgate are closed.
- The driver's seat belt is fastened. Windscreen deflation is off.

- The temperature regulator in the passenger compartment does not occupy the position of maximum heating or maximum cooling of the air.
(Cars with automatic climate control system)
- The temperature in the passenger compartment is approximately equal to the set temperature.

- The vehicle is moving at an altitude of no more than 1800 meters above sea level.
- The yellow indicator of malfunction of the i-stop system does not flash and does not light up permanently.
- The keyless entry system is working.
- Sufficient force has been applied to the brake pedal (sufficient vacuum is supplied to the brake booster).
- The steering wheel is stationary.

(Cars with automatic transmission)
- The selector lever of the automatic transmission is in the D / M position (but not in the fixed second gear position) or in the N position.

- The automatic transmission fluid has reached operating temperature.
- The temperature of the working fluid of the automatic transmission does not exceed the norm.
- Sufficient force has been applied to the brake pedal. (Sufficient vacuum in the brake booster).
- The steering wheel is in a position where the front wheels are straight (if you apply force to the steering wheel, even when the wheels are straight, the i-stop system may not work. For the i-stop system to work, reduce the force you apply to the steering wheel).
- The driver pressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The driver does not perform emergency braking.
- The vehicle is not parked on a slope, such as on a multi-storey car park ramp.

If at least one of the following conditions is met, it will take additional time for the engine to stop automatically.
- The battery is discharged because the vehicle has not been used for a long period of time.
- The battery was disconnected, for example, to replace it, and then reconnected.

If you do any of the following after automatically stopping the engine,
the yellow i-stop warning lamp will illuminate for safety reasons and
the engine will not start automatically even if the clutch pedal is depressed (vehicles with a manual transmission) or the brake pedal is released (vehicles with an automatic transmission). To start the engine in such a situation, follow the normal engine starting procedure.
- Open the hood.
- Unfasten the driver's seat belt and open the driver's door (the driver intends to get out of the car).

(Cars with automatic transmission)
If the automatic transmission selector lever is moved from the D / M position (but not from the fixed second gear position) to the N position or from the D / M position (but not from the second fixed gear position) to the P position with the i-stop system in operation , the engine will not restart even if the driver releases the brake pedal. The engine will restart the next time the brake pedal is pressed or the automatic transmission selector lever is moved to the D / M position (but not to the fixed second gear position) or to the R position. (For safety reasons, when the i-stop system is operating, shifting the lever the selector lever of the automatic transmission must only be operated with the brake pedal depressed).


If, after stopping the engine automatically (the gear lever on a vehicle with a manual transmission must be in neutral position), if you do any of the following, the engine will automatically start, even if the clutch pedal is not depressed (vehicles with a manual transmission) or is not released brake pedal (vehicles with automatic transmission). However, if the gear lever is not in neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission), the engine will not automatically start for safety reasons.
- Hold down the i-stop switch for a few seconds.

- Set the air temperature regulator in the driver's area to maximum heating or maximum cooling.
- Switch on the blowing of the windscreen.
- Release the brake pedal so that the vehicle starts to move on an incline.
- Unfasten the driver's seat belt and open the driver's door (the driver intends to get out of the car)

(Cars with automatic transmission)
- Press the accelerator pedal when the automatic transmission selector is in the D / M position (but not in the fixed second gear position).
- Move the automatic transmission selector to position R.
- Shift the automatic transmission selector lever from the N or P position to the D / M position (but not to the fixed second gear position).
- Turn the steering wheel when the automatic transmission selector lever is in the D / M position (but not in the fixed second gear position).
- Shift the selector lever of the automatic transmission to position M, and at the same time engage
fixed second gear mode. ‘

If, after the engine is stopped automatically (the gear lever on a vehicle with a manual transmission must be in neutral position), any of the following events occur, the engine will automatically start even if the clutch pedal is not depressed (vehicles with a manual transmission) or the brake pedal is not released (vehicles with an automatic transmission). However, if the gear lever is not in neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission), the engine will not automatically start for safety reasons.
- (Cars with automatic climate control system)
The temperature in the passenger compartment differs significantly from the temperature set using the temperature controller.
- Two minutes have passed since the start of the i-stop system.

If any of the following conditions are met, the time period that the engine will automatically stop may become shorter or the time period before the i-stop system is turned on again may become longer.
- Too high or too low ambient temperature.
- The storage battery is discharged.
- Large power consumption of the vehicle's electrical equipment.
- The i-stop system does not work if the ambient temperature is too high or too low.
- The engine may not automatically stop for a period of time after briefly disconnecting and then reconnecting the battery. In addition, after replacing the battery, the i-stop system must be reconfigured to ensure that it functions properly. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to replace the battery.

How the i-stop CX-5 system works
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Japanese cars are equipped with a large number of electronic components, which are powered by a battery. Therefore, choosing and installing the correct storage element will allow you to power up the entire electronic filling and prevent problems with failures in the work of some tea. The main feature of the battery on the Japanese crossover is the i-stop system.

What is the battery in the Mazda-SH5

The original Mazda CX-5 battery is installed during assembly. This storage element is necessary for the operation of the car electronics. If the battery is damaged, the vehicle cannot be started.

The storage element works by converting chemical energy into electrical current. This ensures that the components are supplied with direct current. Due to the stabilized power, the engine will start normally and the entire electronic filling will work. Structurally consists of two poles, the contacts of which are connected to the car probes.

In the car, the following components are powered by the battery:

• Motor.
• Sound system.
• Optics, screens and other parts.
• Interior cooling and heating system.
• Wipers.

For installation on a Japanese crossover, it is recommended to install an original galvanic cell. This feature arises from the built-in i-stop technology, which controls most of the drive's operation. It is advisable to undergo diagnostics at service centers before buying. Early versions of the car came with a Panasonic Q-85 battery. However, with the expansion of the range, the number of possible electrochemical cells has also increased.

To select the right battery, you will need to study the labeling of the manufacturing plant, which is usually attached to the battery case. The most important parameters when choosing are the dimensions of the case, the maximum capacity and voltage for starting. Japanese crossover batteries have the following specifications:

• Maximum capacity from 40 to 70 Ampere * hours.
• The output power is 12 volts.
• Electric current for starting 300-700A.

During the selection, it is worth paying attention to the polarity of the unit and the coincidence of the connected contacts. The dimensions of the battery are determined by the engine size. Since the Japanese crossover is produced with an engine capacity of 2 and 2.2 liters, the dimensions will differ:

• For a two-liter motor, you will need to choose a battery with dimensions of 202x230x172 millimeters.
• The 2.2 motor starts from a battery with dimensions 202x255x172 mm.

The cost of batteries with similar characteristics starts at 7,000 rubles.

Battery replacement

The need to change the outdated battery for the Mazda CX-5 arises when the maximum power level drops below 25%. The container can be installed using a load plug or in another way. A battery that has lost more than three quarters of its charge cannot be recovered. The design of the car is simplified, so installation can be carried out even without experience.

The battery replacement process includes:

1. You must first disconnect the electric current sensor from the negative contact of the old battery to turn off the power to the on-board computer.
2. Disconnect all terminals.
3. Then, you need to remove the bar for fixing.

Then, you need to wait about 5-10 minutes until the PCM memory is cleared. Then install the new battery in the reverse order of removing the old one.

Battery initialization

The action is carried out after connecting the battery and registration. The i-stop system requires a new battery to be initialized. Removing the battery will reset the settings and require some action. Initialization instruction:

1. Start engine and allow to rev.
2. Then, hold down and hold the i-stop button in this position for 10 seconds.
3. On a car with a closed hood, you will need to turn the steering wheel completely.
4. Then stop the engine.

After that, it is possible to check the success of the process by pressing a key that corresponds to the i-stop system control in the computer. When a green indicator appears, the battery is working normally.

How to prescribe

The replaced battery must be registered in the system for proper operation. Depending on the presence or absence of the screen, the action will differ. For vehicle owners without an LCD panel, you need:

1. Stop the engine.
2. Squeeze and do not release the brake pedal while performing the following steps in the order;
3. Then you need to press the gas pedal until the indicator is activated.
4. Then press the accelerator three times until the indicator light turns off.
5. Take your foot off the brake pedal.

If you have a screen, you will need:

1. Close the salon.
2. Switch the ignition mode to the on position without starting the engine.
3. Remove all required messages from the screen.
4. Change into neutral.
5. Next, press the brake pedal and hold it until the end of the procedure.
6. Run the accelerator for 5 seconds until the indicator comes on.
7. Then press the gas pedal three times. The indicator light will go out.

After that, you will need to carry out the initialization procedure.

Accumulator charging

1. Always use a charger with a constant current of 10 A.
2. In the absence of such a charger, you will have to regulate the supply of electricity.
3. Pay attention to the polarity when connecting.
4. The duration of charging is influenced by the density of the substance that transfers the current inside the battery.
5. After a full charge, you need to leave the vehicle for several hours.

Charging optimization

To increase the charge time and reduce the self-discharge rate, you will need to follow some recommendations:

• Turn off parking lights, radio and other devices that waste energy.
• Avoid frequent complete discharge of the battery.
• Do not leave the vehicle in the cold.
• Avoid prolonged downtime and a car with a key in the lock.
• Always close the vehicle.

Charging system malfunctions

The appearance on the instrument panel of an indication of a battery malfunction may indicate:

• Discharged battery.
• Problems with the generator.
• Signs of an imminent exit from a standing galvanic cell.

To fix it, you either need to charge the car, or carry out a comprehensive diagnosis at a service center with the subsequent replacement of the battery.

How to properly operate

For a long service life of the battery in a car, it is necessary to follow all the recommendations for charging and storage listed by the manufacturer of the galvanic cell, and avoid excessive discharge. It is undesirable to leave the car open for a long time, or leave it on the streets overnight. Low temperatures have a negative effect on the electrolyte.

Influence of the I-Stop system

The control system increases the load on the battery during operation. It is carried out due to the constant start and stop of the motor at stops. Therefore, due to the reduction in fuel consumption, the load on the storage battery is greatly increased.

The maximum load on the galvanic cell is carried out during engine start. Then, the loss of charge is slightly offset by the operation of the generator while driving.

Stabilization and initialization

The work of storage batteries is based on mutual conversions of energy. In this case, the output is supplied with a constant voltage necessary for the operation of the electronic components of the car. With a decrease in capacity, the output voltage may accordingly change, which will negatively affect the performance of the on-board computer.