Audi A1 (8X) battery replacement
Model years: 2010 - present
Car battery is a fundamental connecting part of vehicle's electrical system. In substance, it accumulates electricity, which is delivered for electrically operated devices within the vehicle. Hence, it's important to maintain the state of the battery in a properly working condition. In reality, car battery is an expiring product and will run dry after a period of time irreversibly. More specifically, chemical reactions inside the battery will no longer be able to produce electricity. The lifetime of the battery has a limit, which is approximately 3 - 5 years, subsequently, loosing the ability of being recharged. This indicates, that new battery installation is advised. There is a chance, that battery will run out of energy, because of the dirt on connection points. After some time, corrosion can affect the terminals of a battery, what explains poor contacts. This implies, that the battery can no longer be re-charged by alternator. Finally, it will get drained and no longer provide electricity. Cleaning around cable and battery connection points, might restore the battery back to its working condition and turn it into suitable for further usage. The battery might also lose its power, if the vehicle hasn't been started for couple of weeks or so. In such case, battery recharge will possibly recover it. To carry out a recharge, you will need a battery charger.
Audi A1 battery location: engine compartment.
Recommended batteries for Audi A1:
* Note: if case more than one battery type is applicable for your model, compare parameters of the battery, currently installed on your vehicle, with parameters in the table below, before choosing the right one.
| Body type | Model | Battery specs | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three-door hatchback | 1.2 TFSI 1.4 TFSI 1.6 TDI 2.0 TDI 2.0 TFSI quattro S1 quattro | Capacity: 60Ah Cold Cranking Amp: 540cca Dimensions: 242x175x175 mm | £72.99 (Amazon.co.uk) |
Capacity: 70Ah Cold Cranking Amp: 640cca Dimensions: 278x175x175 mm | £76.92 (Amazon.co.uk) | ||
| Five-door hatchback | 1.2 TFSI 1.4 TFSI 1.6 TDI 2.0 TDI S1 quattro | Capacity: 60Ah Cold Cranking Amp: 540cca Dimensions: 242x175x175 mm | £72.99 (Amazon.co.uk) |
Capacity: 70Ah Cold Cranking Amp: 640cca Dimensions: 278x175x175 mm | £76.92 (Amazon.co.uk) |
How to replace car battery:
1.
Before battery replacement, make sure:
- you wear sturdy gloves and safety goggles
- vehicle keys are out of ignition switch
2.
The following tools are usually enough for battery replacement procedure:
- 10 and 13 mm wrenches or sockets
- Flat-head and Phillips type screw drivers
3. Audi A1 battery is located in engine compartment.
4.
To start replacing battery, remove the old one by disconnecting the negative connection first. This will prevent accidental short-circuits between positive battery terminal and the body of the vehicle. Make sure the cable does not come into contact with battery terminals during battery replacement procedure. Negative battery terminal can be identified by minus (-) sign next to it (1):
5.
To move cable connector away from negative terminal (1), release nut:
6.
Open positive terminal cover (1):
7.
Disconnect positive connector (1), by releasing the nut:
8.
If present, disconnect ventilation hose from the battery (1). Some vehicles utilize battery ventilation system to vent formed gasses (hydrogen) to the outside.
9.
Remove brackets that hold the battery attached to the vehicle frame.
10.
Vacate battery compartment by lifting the old battery off (note, that the battery is heavy, incorrect lifting can result in back injuries):
11.
Do not remove plastic terminal caps from new battery, until it's placed in the battery compartment inside the vehicle.
12.
Place the new battery in.
13.
Connect ventilation hose.
14.
If necessary, clean battery cables from dirt or rust before connecting, to ensure excellent contact.
15.
Contrary to disconnecting the battery, connect cables, starting with positive terminal first.
16.
Re-attach brackets and make sure battery does not make any movements.
17.
Dispose the old battery only at authorized collecting point.
