Battery problems

Battery: It accumulates the electrical energy generated by the alternator. It provides energy to all the electric and electronic circuits of the car.
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No codes battery charged altnator shows no codes but the car has no po

Honda Accord 2007 coup 4dr Lx 258888 miles
New battery no codes no power horn stoped working and the key has to unlock the shifter inorder to put into drive only happened 3 times I'm thinking fuse
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my baby from United States 2 years ago  
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Car will not start. The battery is fine.

Honda Accord 2016 4 dr automatic  15000 miles
Honda told me the car will not start because of handicap placard hanging on rear view mirror
Ferd from United States 6 years ago  
FE
3 reports 

Car had new battery 8 weeks ago. Been sitting unused since

Honda Accord 2009 2 door 2.4l 90000 miles
Try to start it and there is nothing...no lights...no sound...nothing... why would battery be dead in nice weather from no use... when I put charger on it, will not receive charge.
frustrated from Canada 6 years ago  
FR
1 report 

Un hooked battery cables

Honda Accord 1991 Accord 2.1 automatic 20015 miles
My dash lights and hazards are flashing on and off and car wont startj
Crazy 8s 00 from United States 8 years ago  
CR
1 report 

Trunk will not open in my Accord Tourer Diesel 2009 SolvedSolved

Honda Accord 2009 DIESEL ESTATE 2.2l 150000 miles
All of a sudden the trunk will not open in my Accord Tourer Diesel 2009 neither manually or with the keyfob/internal button on the driver's door. Real pain as the only way to open it is by climbing inside the boot and operate the manual emergency release. No warnings showing on the dashboard and when the trunk is open I can still close it with the keyfob and button ! Checked fuse number 21 which is still ok , replaced it with new spare available but still no joy. Planning to also try and replace the 40a green square fuse though I think I'm wasting time on that as the electric closing does wor… Read complete
MARCUS from United Kingdom 3 years ago  
MA
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MARCUS from United Kingdom 3 years ago
Totally by chance ! My son was pulling the door handle to open the passenger door whilst I (think) I pressed the open button on the remote just a fraction of a second after he pulled the handle; I noticed all the indicator lights went on on all sides (this had also stopped working on opening and locking the car at the same time as the boot stopped opening). So I thought : "I wonder if this has done something to the boot too ?" I went to check and bingo!!! The boot opened normally again with the button on its door!!! I remember I solved a similar problem in the same way when I had a VW Passat many years ago...there seems to be a secret way these doors are programmed !
I am just so very glad I didn't take the car anywhere to sort this issue out (as I was planning to do ) as I'm sure I would have spent a fortune with no resolution. I hope this may help someone
Emma from Nigeria 10 months ago
My door light and roof light is not on anymore
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No start code P060A, P1659

Honda Accord 2008  145000 miles
I’m having problem with my 2008 Honda Accord 2.4 coupe. The car has been sitting for a month after changing bad injectors and fuel pump. I tried to start the car and it wouldn’t start. I got a code for P060A and P1659 with a flashing green immobilizer light after several failed start attempts. I’m going to change the battery but need help as to why it won’t start and it’s giving me those codes.
Honda27 from United States 3 years ago  
HO
25 reports 
Lazorith from United States 3 years ago
Any resolution? to this issue?
Osiga from Nigeria 3 years ago
I’m having problem with my 2008 Honda Accord 2.4 coupe. The car has been sitting for a month after changing bad injectors and fuel pump. I tried to start the car and it wouldn’t start. I got a code for P060A and P1659 with a flashing green immobilizer light after several failed start attempts. I’m going to change the battery but need help as to why it won’t start and it’s giving me those codes.
08BLKHA from United States 2 years ago
This post may be an old post, but I figured I'd post my findings in case anyone is still fighting the good fight.
My vehicle:
2008 Honda Accord 2.4L EX-L
Codes: P062f p060a p2610 p2118

Hard starting when cold or sitting for over 25 min. Otherwise would start fine and drive fine with no issues until next start.
Process:
Replaced battery, no change
Sent Pcm (ecu) for repair/service. ECU came back with no errors or damage found. No change. Replaced throttle body, no change. Cleaned map and maf sensors, no change. (This fixed issue for someone so figured I would inspect. )
Replaced FTP, code went away, but no change.
*Note: During idle, I noticed a minimal sputter. Almost not audible.

Researched more, and one person mentioned they changed the spark plugs and that fixed their car.
So, I produce a list of all possible fuel/Ignition related possibilities for hard start/idle sputter.
Spark plugs
Ignition coils
Injectors
Fuel pump

As for me, I replaced the fuel injectors, ignition coils, and fuel pump about 2 years ago. And due to covid my car was almost not driven for the last 2 years. So, I removed them as possibilities for me. That left spark plugs.

I bought some NGK iridium plugs and replaced them. Old plugs were worn. (See pictures). This resolved my issues. No more cell lights, hard start, or idle sputter.

Definitely do your due diligence, but I'd say definitely go in this direction if your symptoms sound like mine did.
Good luck, everyone.
Lazorith from United States 2 years ago
Spark plugs was definitely issue for me too
IBABBAS from other a year ago
I have the same errors with same issue and changed the spark plugs with same issue any recommendation.
08BLKHA from United States a year ago
@IBABBASIf you changed spark plugs already, then I would move on to ignition coils.
IBABBAS from other a year ago
@08BLKHAOk let's try thanks.
Meyt from other a year ago
Its my problem now ,what should I do , please help me
IBABBAS from other a year ago
Is it fixed ? Please assist.
Yasir from Nigeria a year ago
I have same issue here with 2008
IBABBAS from other a year ago
Have same errors not resolved brother send me your number
Jason from other 8 months ago
Is your problem solved. I have the same issue
fcfc from United States 6 months ago
I have the same issue with my 08 accord // i have checked and replaced all of the mentioned components above but still not fixed // please help
shortytwhite from United States 2 months ago
i have the same problem i had a sputter an my car will drive i change plugs an the other day a a code said misfire cy 4 an when i swith coil pack that when i put it in drive an it shut off green hey light flashing wait a few min the car start up but the code was p060a an p1659 what is this car prolblem help please
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Starter problem

Honda Accord 2014 4 dr 2.4 64000 miles
Took my car to the dealer for an oil change and a new battery. I was told the battery did not fix my problem that it was my starter. This car is not even 3 years old. After looking on line this is clearly an issue with alot of Accords. Honda should be held responsible!!!!!!
I will never buy another honda!! they do not make them like they used to.
Mad in Georgia from United States 7 years ago  
MA
2 reports 
Ralph from United States 7 years ago
Same Issue with my 2013 Honda Accord. I'm in the process of buying a new car and refuse to ever purchase another Honda again!
Wayne from Canada 6 years ago
I have 2013 and have the no start problem push the start button 3 or 4 times before it starts. How much did they charge for a new starter?
Mad in Georgia from United States 6 years ago
I bought the starter myself and my son put it in. The part alone was was between 200 & 250. Honda was going to charge me almost $800 total.
Pequena Lulu from United States 6 years ago
I'm having the same issues, the car won't start. Had the dealer check it, found nothing wrong. Still having the same problems and taking it back to the dealer. I've read too many complaints about the starter. If the dealer finds it's the starter I will take it to my mechanic, much cheaper.
Mattt from United States 5 years ago
The neutral safety switch could be the problem if the car is
Running the diagnostic won't realize it.it cost 95 dollars at cheaper Honda part.com an it's easy to replace take driver front wheel off an it's right there on bottom of there bolt to take cover off and two to detach part
Mad in Georgia from United States 6 years ago
This problem should be a recall!!!!!
Pequena Lulu from United States 6 years ago
Yes it should be a recall!! got my car fixed, my mechanic changed the starter and so far so good :)
David from United States 5 years ago
I’m having the same issue with my 2013 Honda Accord as well. Dash light cluster comes on but will not engage the starter. Seems like this is a common problem. Car only has 18000 ( yes that’s 18 thousand ) miles
joyase from United States 3 years ago
Same problem with my 2011 Accord LX. Starter went last August (2020); NOW this week the starter RELAY went - 3 of the 8 fuses blew, one of them being the ignition fuse, leaving me stranded. Could be caused by problem with the starter still...this definitely should have been a recall!!
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Car wont start SolvedSolved

Honda Accord 2003 v6 ex 250000 miles
I was checking my fuses & seen that the, back up ACC fuse was missing! So added one in, seen that it was draining the battery, maybe thats why the previous owner removed it. Now the car refuse to start the engine. Like the key dont recognize the car anymore
tyvone harrison from United States 7 months ago  
TY
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tyvone harrison from United States 6 months ago
The car engine ground wire was split in half, which was stoping the car from communicating with the engine
Prince neche from Nigeria 2 months ago
I checked the fuse of my Honda Accord 2008 only,now the key don't recognize the car anymore,I hav change the ignition key n immobilizer still the car still don't recognize the new key n it's chips
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Locked doors SolvedSolved

Honda Accord 2008 2.5 4dr sedan 130000 miles
Doors locked and battery dead
G-man from United States 4 years ago  
G-
2 reports 
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G-man from United States 4 years ago
Opened hood with screw driver and long handled pliers and jumped it off
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Code to rest the radio/cd

Honda Accord 2001 accord radio 14000 miles
I got a new battery to reset my radio/cd player i need a code my book wasnt in the car when i got it whats the code how to reset
tracy from United States 8 years ago  
TR
9 reports 
Bobwire from United States 8 years ago
Call dealer ask for service dept ask for code by giving stero seri#
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Won't Start

Honda Accord 2008 EX-L Sedan 130000 miles
Car died while driving.
Replaced the battery... It will crank with the key but not start,
XLR8ER from United States 10 months ago  
XL
2 reports 
XLR8ER from United States 10 months ago
No Replies… Still sitting in my driveway.
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Grounding/electrical/starting/lights

Honda Accord 1997 2 Dr coupe 2.2 ltr 250000 miles
Driving the other day and a couple of times when I was braking the battery light came on. Checked the belts on Alt. Batt. Cbl. Etc. Everything is fine doesn't happen again then I go to store car started fine. Go to stay and it clicks and dash lights all blink. So I get a jump it takes a bit but when I try to stay out I notice the security light blinks twice after I've turned ign. To off pos. While I'm driving home all lights are surging when I use the pwr. Wind. Butt. I can hear it bog as it dims. BTW it's a brand new Alt. I turn it off when I get home and try to restart it does the same clicking.
Superfreakldk from United States 4 years ago  
SU
1 report 
Eddy from United States 4 years ago
You need check for a drain battery. It's a common issues, check the battery termines must being tie, and clean, and check if any light is on or if something make noise inside the car.
dodong5 from United States 4 years ago
Do a draw test in your batt.to make sure it still good,it suppose to be ar least 9.6,if it not the batt. Might be bad even it can starts the car.
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I have a 2004 honda accord

Honda Accord 2004 2.4  23000 miles
Ok now I change my starter an battery today ok now my lights in the inside dont work my radio dont come an my heat an alarm dont work please somebody help me
red318 from United States 8 years ago  
RE
7 reports 

Sunroof found open

Honda Accord 2010 Accord 176998 miles
Went to get to get in the car found the sunroof open. No other window open. I know if the key is pushed twice all widows open. The key fob does not work and just sun glass open. Now I have a battery drain while car sets.
Fred from United States a year ago  
FR
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Bruce from United States a year ago
It sounds like there may be an issue with the sunroof mechanism or its electrical components. If the sunroof is open, it can cause a battery drain as the electrical system continues to operate the sunroof even when the car is not in use. I recommend having a mechanic inspect the sunroof mechanism and its electrical components to determine the cause of the problem and make any necessary repairs. If the sunroof mechanism is found to be faulty, it may need to be replaced to resolve the issue.
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Honda 2016 battery dead no known reason. Junp start and computer dead

Honda Accord 2016  70000 miles
Honda 2016 battery died. Junp started and battery checked out. Now control panel on dash no working??
Laurie from United States 3 years ago  
LA
10 reports 
Redd from United States a year ago
Jump started honda and computer
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Low voltage temperature gauge goes to cold when I turn on the headligh

Honda Accord 2000 4cyl. Automatic 300000 miles
Temperature gauge goes to cold when I turn on anything that draws electricity is it a battery or an alternator or a short
Donald from United States 6 years ago  
DO
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Andy from United States 6 years ago
I believe you have a parasitic draw from somewhere
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Not starting

Honda Accord 2015 Accord/V6 15000 miles
Recently the car began to hesitate starting when I pushed the button. Like the battery was starting to get weak. Then it would not start at all. Dash lights would flash twice then everything goes out. Dealer replaced a module on the battery + wire connection and paperwork said it had a service bulletin on it. Two days later it did it again and dealer said new part drained the battery. They replaced the battery. We shall see what happens but I am losing confidence.
Chuck from United States 8 years ago  
CH
3 reports 
Darq from Canada 5 years ago
Any updates ? Please :( same issue w 2015
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Starting

Honda Accord 1998  149002 miles
Hi, I hope someone can give me a hand with my Honda Accord 98, which is having starting problems. It can only be turned on when some current is provided, but as I turn it off it won't start again, and the engine is not even a bit heard. I've bought some new battery but nothing happens when I try to start the vehicle.
Franky from United States 9 years ago  
FR
3 reports 
sigfrid from United States 9 years ago
You should check that the battery's terminals are well adjusted.
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2009 Accord 2.4L LX problems

Honda Accord 2009 LX Sedan 2.4L 5A
Ok, to summarize i am on my 3rd battery and i can't remember how many jump starts in 1. 5 years. Since i have owned this 09 i have never been able to keep my keys in the ignition in order to listen to music while the car isn't running. It doesn't matter if it is less than a minute the battery will totally drain and require a jump or replacement. I have gotten every battery tested and i have been told that the batteries are in good working order. But for some reason if i try to use the battery, the battery dies either requiring a jump start or like my last two incidents a brand new battery. There must be something wrong with electrical system because this surely should not be happening.
NHTSA consumer report from United States 9 years ago
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JT77 from United States 6 years ago
Have a 2009 Honda Accord, on third battery in 1 1/2yrs. Have to jump battery every couple of days. Dealer can find no problems (ha) Brought to another mechanic he couldn't find any unusual draw. About to try 3rd. Mechanic. I bought brand new, have 18,000 miles. Please help, someone out there must know what the problem is.
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Problems 2013 Accord LX

Honda Accord 2013 LX Sedan 2.4L CVT
It so far has happened to me twice that i need to jump-start the car. There probably has some electrical leakage issues or something related to it. The first time it was more than a year ago that when i came earlier to a doctor appointment waiting for the clinic to open, i turned off the car and left the cd player on. But it only played for about half an hour or so it turned off automatically due to the battery power has already been depleted and the card could not start at all that i had to call aaa after the doctor appointment to jump-start for me. I thought at that time it was due to the cd… Read complete
NHTSA consumer report from United States 8 years ago
2 reports 

2013 Accord problems

Honda Accord 2013  37447 miles
I purchased a new 2013 honda accord sport (cvt) in 2013. As of october 6, 2015, the car is about 2 years old and has approximately 37,447 miles. The vehicle started having intermittent starting problems. The engine does not crank and all i hear are clicks. It takes 3-5 ignition attempts for the vehicle to start. Sometimes it will start on the first try. Furthermore, sometimes i leave it alone for about a second or two with the key out and then it will start. Once it starts, everything seems to be fine. I brought the vehicle to the dealership to have them test the battery and the result was a g… Read complete
NHTSA consumer report from United States 9 years ago
5 reports 

2013 Honda Accord problems

Honda Accord 2013
When i start up the car it wouldn't start. The light, acc, radio everything turns on but the engine wont start. I try several times but it will not start, i got out the car lock it, them i decide to try again and them it started. I bought the car in may 2013 this is the 3rd time it happen same exact way. Also a buzzing noise coming from the radio or bluetooth. I took it to the dealer they could not found anything wrong with it. The battery was fine according to the dealer. *tr
NHTSA consumer report from United States 11 years ago
3 reports 

Low voltage on alternator

Honda Accord 2013 Sedan, sport, 2.4L 114000 miles
Not getting 14 volts after new battery and alternator
Spider monkey from United States 5 months ago  
SP
2 reports 

Blinking green key light on dash

Honda Accord 1998 Lx, 2.3 , manual transmission  150000 miles
98 accord 2.3 manual trans, car running fine no issues went out check fluid level ( no issues) went to start car just barely made any effort to even light up the dash soon as I tried to crank it barely clicked and whole car went dead. Corroded terminals, cleaned them up and barely made any attempt to turn over. Got out the jump box and it cranked but no start. Second attempt and I became aware of a blinking green key that had never been there before. All attempt so far have made no changes ( checked all fuses and relays, changed all battery and ground connections, replaced ECM, car would only… Read complete
Jerzy from United States 9 months ago  
JE
1 report 

Car wouldn't start until I added engine oil.

Honda Accord 1997 Accord 4cyl 175000 miles
So after work I tried to start my car and it would turn over but not start. I tried multiple times with no luck. My brother in law ended up coming to help me. I told him it could be low on oil. So he added a little oil and it almost started. So he added a little more oil and it started right up. So I drove it home. My Dad checked the oil after I got home and he said it is overfilled with oil. Which doesn't make sense because it sounds good and is running good. Would this be a good indication that the sensor that checks the oil level is bad? Any suggestions are appreciated. I had recently replaced the radiator. Changed the oil, filter, air filter, atf and the battery is great.
Itsmeangieb4123 from United States 9 months ago  
IT
1 report 

Radio started glitching then car wouldnt start

Honda Accord 2011 EX-L V6 Coupe 108000 miles
My dad was sitting in my car while I ran into the store. He was there for no more than 5 minutes. He said my radio started acting strange and stuttering(?) My car was off but the key was in the accessory position. When i got into the car and turned the key the it clicked like the battery was drained and it wouldn't start. (No battery light) I can't imagine the battery was drained that quickly. I just replaced the alternator (3 times because of a leaking "pcv" gasket I think its called. It was leaking oil onto the alternator. I replaced the gaskets and its sealed up good with no leaks at all) A… Read complete
Cutepup85 from United States a year ago  
CU
1 report 

Electrical system

Honda Accord 2022 Sadan 21270 miles
My car has actually shut the whole electrical off for few seconds while driving. The battery keeps going dead constantly telling me my brakes are bad or says my power steering is bad. But brakes are fine and so is steering power steering
Lisa from United States a year ago  
LI
3 reports 

Honda Life Fails To start

Honda Accord 2009  168034 miles
The battery warning light and the oil level warning light not appearing on dashboard when its ignition on, gear selector lever stuck in parking, its only cranking but not picking up, all fuses are oky. What might be the problem on HONDA LIFE 2009 MODEL
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Tsek from other 2 years ago  
TS
4 reports 

Alarm remote

Honda Accord 2012 2.4 engine  200000 miles
Changed battery in the remote and its not working. Can't find alarm fuse
JayB from United States 2 years ago  
JA
2 reports 

Vehicle has trouble starting after multiple uses in one day.

Honda Accord 2014 V4 LX 96516 miles
I changed the starter, battery on my 2014 accord lx hoping it will fix the problem. Unfortunately that didn't fix problem. I guess my next step will be to change the starter relays and fuses hoping it will fix this problem. Has any one figure this problem out?
usmc from United States 2 years ago  
US
1 report 

Radio volume

Honda Accord 2008  100000 miles
Codes are entered but no volume after installing new battery
Roach from Canada 2 years ago  
RO
5 reports 

No electricity

Honda Accord 2000 Civic ex 215 miles
Ppl tried to steal car. My battery charged but no power to car
Rose from United States 2 years ago  
RO

Stereo problems

Honda Accord 2007 2.5 300000 miles
I need to get the code for my stereo I change the battery in it and now it doesn’t work in the dealerships are all closed today Sunday I wonder if anybody knows how I can override it or whatever I want some music If I would’ve known I would’ve never change the battery until tomorrow but oh well if anybody can help out that be appreciative
Little Joe from United States 3 years ago  
LI
4 reports 

96 Accord EX: ONLY starts on the 3rd try; randomly hiccups while drivi

Honda Accord 1996 4-Cylinder 190000 miles
Vehicle only starts on the 3rd try. During the first 2 tries, the vehicle pretty much starts fine but dies the exact millisecond it actually starts. The vehicle also has brief moments of lag while on the road. A feeling that the engine is inconsistent (it basically hiccups) maybe 1-3 times per drive. Usually very briefly and very inconsistently so. Things to note: 1. Sometimes the car randomly starts on the first try. It seems to happen more when the fuel tank has more gas in it. I suspect the problem occurs more when the gas tank is well-above empty, but just below the half or 1/4th mark. B… Read complete
3rdTimesACharm from United States 3 years ago  
3R
2 reports 

Car won't start

Honda Accord 2002 EX 138456 miles
I can turn the key and it beeps, the lights on the dashboard come on, my stereo turns on and the clock turns on. There is no clicking or engine isn't turning over. What could be the problem? And would you still recommend jumping it if it doesn't appear to be the battery?
Crow from United States 3 years ago  
CR
22 reports 

Starting issue

Honda Accord 1999 2.3L Accord EX Coupe 298000 miles
Having starting issues with my car. Couple days tried jumping it and it seemed like it wanted to turn over but didn't. Tried a different battery nothing. Got the starter tested and it passed twice. Wondering what else it could be?
Conner from United States 5 years ago  
CO

Starting Problem

Honda Accord 2013 Accord 4cyl 13000 miles
Started having intermittent starting problem quickly becoming worse. Dash cluster lights up as normal but when you turn the ignition , nothing. This car was bought new and all services were done at the dealership including a new battery less then a year ago. I called the service department to set up a appointment to find out this car is no longer under warranty which I still thought it was. I then told them I would take the car elsewhere. The service writer then advised he would have the manager call me back. Less then 10 minutes later, I was called back by a extremely uncaring manager who sta… Read complete
David from United States 5 years ago  
DA

Will not start

Honda Accord 2017  2264 miles
Over the last several days the car would not start without requiring a jump for the battery. Then it would run, Had the battery tested and brought the car to dealership and they state nothing is wrong with the vehicle. (it started there no problem). It runing fine for now but so manny people are having the same problem with there Honda...
Trice from United States 5 years ago  
TR
1 report 

The vehicle wount start and the batery light didn't come on

Honda Accord 2007 Sedan  169000 miles
Some times the batery light comes ob and it starts and when i drive for like 5mins it goes off again... The battery will not come on again and itwill not start until like 30min or an hr
Oblong from Nigeria 6 years ago  
OB
1 report 

Random electrical

Honda Accord 2008 Diesel  130000 miles
Over last 6 months Total failure of electrics while driving. Last a second or two then restarts. Seems to be becoming more often. Not related to speed, bumps and battery is new and terminals are tight. Today VSA light now illuminated.
Angaganga from United Kingdom 6 years ago  
AN


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