[Lona]

My 12 Volt battery keeps on going dead in my almost 2 year old Kona. Seems it doesn't like the cold. An hour after getting back from a one hour drive which I had to get a boost to start, it was down to 4.5 volts. Hopefully I shouldn't have a problem getting it warrantied. For those that have replaced the F45 battery with something else what battery did you put in and was it an exact fit.

 

[embdenb]

Are you sure it’s a battery problem? You could have current drain on the battery after you turn the engine off.

 

[Tbbt18*kona]

Are you sure it’s a battery problem? You could have current drain on the battery after you turn the engine off.

Your battery has a 2 year warranty. There would have to be a complete dead short to reduce the voltage down to 4.5 volts after a 1 hour drive. Either your alternator isn't performing to spec or your battery is toast. Have Hyundai test your alternator. Don't buty a battery from them, too expensive versus other choices.

 

[Lona]

Dealer replaced it under warranty. I am going to get a battery monitor for it. Seems like it doesn't like to be left plugged in after charging especially in below freezing temps.