The battery in a car is something without which the car cannot start. It is this product that provides the vehicle with a starter. How quickly the starter will start and how the car will behave when it’s freezing outside depends on how high-quality the battery is. The battery is very important for any car, including the Lada. In this article we will try to answer the question of which battery is best for the Lada Granta car. Before answering this question, we will tell you what kind of batteries come from the assembly line in this vehicle...
Service life and when is it better to change
The service life of standard car batteries is 3-5 years. In some cases, it can last up to 7 years, but due to the poor quality of Russian roads (increased vibration) and heavy loads on the battery (driving in winter and in traffic jams), the plates of such batteries begin to crumble much earlier.
Even if 3-4 years have passed since the release of the new car, it may be necessary to install a new battery. To avoid a moment when the power source is completely dead and the machine is unable to move further, it is recommended to install a new product in advance.
If the first signs of a battery malfunction appear (rapid discharge, the car does not start well as a result of a decrease in starting current), then it is imperative to replace the battery before the onset of winter. At this time of year, the load on the power source increases significantly, which can lead to its failure at the most inopportune moment.
Choosing a manufacturer
In general, I am not a fan of cheap spare parts and accessories, despite the fact that I drive a cheap domestic car. That’s why I didn’t consider simple options under 2,000 rubles. Of the imported batteries that I liked, there were examples on display such as:
As for the top two manufacturers, many have probably heard a lot of positive reviews about them on forums and in various reviews. Regarding the third company, this is a Turkish company, as far as I know, and the batteries of this company can last up to 5 years, which I have verified from my personal experience of using it on other cars.
But this time I wanted something more expensive and famous, and choosing from two Germans, I still chose Bosch. Of course, I won’t argue with the fact that Varta is practically a standard in this matter. But I think that there won’t be any significant differences between the two companies, and Bosch is somewhat cheaper than Varta.
What characteristics should you look for when choosing
First of all, you should pay attention to the dimensions. The optimal battery size is the following parameters:
- Length: 242 mm.
- Width: 175 mm.
- Height: 190 mm.
Another most important characteristic is the location of the terminals on the battery cover. On domestic cars it can only be straight. (plus is on the left, and minus is on the right; [+ -])
Batteries for the Lada Granta car have a voltage at the terminals of 12 Volts, but in terms of capacity and starting current, such products can differ significantly. As a rule, this parameter is directly related to engine displacement and power.
Replacing the Lada Granta battery (VAZ Granta)
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Which battery to choose for Lada Granta
Every time you go to the forum of VAZ car owners and open the “electrics” or “electrical equipment” threads, you come across topics with the headings “which battery to choose?”
Many motorists ask this question when it comes time to change the battery. In this article, we will try to figure out which battery can be the best alternative to the stock battery, which is installed by the manufacturer on Lada Granta cars.
Let us immediately note that from the reviews of Lada Grant owners, the native AKOM battery does not have the best performance. So, for example, in severe frosts the car engine refuses to start, which means low cold start current. There are cases that in winter, when the thermometer drops to -30 degrees, the battery case simply bursts as the electrolyte freezes. In general, we can name many more reasons why the AKOM brand batteries that are installed on the Lada Granta are not reliable and their purchase will not be justified.
What battery should I buy for the Lada Granta?
Before we touch on the technical nuances of rechargeable batteries from well-known brands, I would like to note that buying a cheap battery will entail a lot of hassle, which will ultimately force you to spend money and purchase not only a more expensive one, but at the same time a high-quality battery. So don’t waste your money, but immediately pay attention to well-known brands of batteries that fall under the proverb “price = quality”
Probably, many car owners know about batteries from well-known brands such as “Varta” or “Bosch”; by purchasing such a battery, you will certainly make the right choice. But, based on my own experience, I want to tell you a secret that in the domestic market there is a battery that is not only not inferior to well-known brands, but to some extent has an advantage over them. We are talking about batteries from the Turkish brand “Mutlu”. These batteries have a service life of at least five years, do not require maintenance, are vibration and heat resistant, have low self-discharge, but most importantly, have excellent cold start current readings, and at the same time the price of such batteries is lower than that of well-known analogues.
Selecting the capacity and starting current power of the battery for the Lada Granta
Initially, Lada Granta cars are equipped with batteries with a capacity of 55 Ah; installing a battery with other indicators is not recommended, since it will not be fully charged, which will lead to its early failure, and the operation of the generator will occur at maximum loads, which will also affect not the best on its durability. As a result, using a battery with a larger capacity can lead to failure of the diode bridge of the generator.
We decided on the battery capacity for the Lada Granta; it should be 55 Ah. Now let's look at the starting current, which is necessary to start the engine, even in severe frost. The native AKOM had a starting current of only 425 Amps, and this was not enough to start the engine in cold weather. It follows from this that it is necessary to buy a battery with a higher starting current. The optimal value would be to purchase a battery with a rated starting current of 530 Amp/h.
And in conclusion, do not skimp on quality parts, otherwise you will pay double the price for repairing your car, it is not for nothing that the proverb says that the miser pays twice.
Factory battery MUTLU 62 Ah for Lada Granta
Today the factory battery leaked. It seems like they said it would take a long time to serve, but it doesn’t. I went to the store and bought a MUTLU 62 A/h battery.
Characteristics Polarity Straight (L+) Manufacturer Mutlu Series Calcium Silver ETN 562 115 054 Technical characteristics Voltage, V 12 Capacity, Ah 62 Cold cranking current, A 540 Additional information Features Maintenance-free battery, Charge status indicator, Extended operating temperature range, Carrying handle Additionally Operating temperature range: from -41° to +61°С Mounting type - B13 Battery body made of frost-resistant high-strength polypropylene Calcium plate manufacturing technology to reduce self-discharge and water loss Vibration resistance Device dimensions Dimensions, mm 190 x 242 x 175 mm
Battery maintenance on Lada Granta
In order not to be caught by surprise, at the most inopportune time (for example, in winter), by a malfunction or discharge of the battery, it is necessary to carry out timely maintenance, checking the level and density of the electrolyte.
Checking the electrolyte level
To check the level you will need a glass tube , which must be lowered all the way into the battery, hold the top hole with your finger, remove it and look at the level based on the amount of electrolyte. The electrolyte level should be 5-10 mm higher than the battery separators.
If the battery has an indicator, then the electrolyte level should be at the same level or higher by a couple of millimeters, maximum 5mm.
Checking the electrolyte level is mandatory, since under natural operating conditions, the level drops due to water evaporation and in this case it is necessary to add distilled water to the battery.
If traces of electrolyte are visible on the battery during vehicle operation, the following reasons are possible:
· high level of electrolyte, due to which splashing occurs; to correct it, it is necessary to remove the electrolyte with a rubber bulb to the required level.
· the appearance of cracks on the case, in this case the battery needs to be repaired.
· the reason for the appearance of electrolyte on the case may be unregulated charging voltage and sulfation.
Battery sulfation is the formation of insoluble lead sulfate. This happens due to the use of a battery with a low electrolyte level, during long-term storage, or a discharged or not fully charged battery. If the sulfation is insignificant, then this can be corrected by completely discharging and charging the battery with low currents, and if the battery has severe sulfation, then the battery should be replaced; it cannot be restored.
Checking electrolyte density
A necessary step in battery maintenance is checking the density of the electrolyte. The density is checked using a hydrometer; for this, electrolyte from the battery is drawn into the device using a rubber bulb and the density reading is looked at on the scale.
For a temperate climate, the density corresponds to 1.28 g/cm.
Electrolyte of the required density can be purchased at any auto store or prepared yourself. To prepare an electrolyte with a density of 1.28 g/cm, you need sulfuric acid (0.36 g) of the highest grade, which is poured in small portions into distilled water (1 liter). You need to know that water boils in acid, so you need to pour the acid into the water, and not vice versa.
The charge of the battery can be determined by voltage only 8 hours after operating the car at a temperature of 25 °C. The voltage of a fully charged battery is from 14.0 to 14.2 V. The battery is charged with a direct current proportional to the battery capacity, that is, if the battery has a capacity of 55 amperes, then the charging current is 5.5 amperes.
How to remove the Lada Granta battery
Removing the battery on a Lada Granta car is carried out to replace it with a new one, connect it to a charger or perform preventive maintenance, and also if the presence of the battery will interfere with the progress of other work. Prepare a standard set of tools and perform the following sequence of actions:
· Loosen the tightening of the coupling bolt nut and disconnect the minus terminal from the battery.
· Remove the rubber cap from the positive terminal and also use a wrench to loosen the tightening of the coupling bolt nut.
· Remove the wire from the positive terminal.
· Next, loosen one of the nuts on the tie rods securing the battery.
· Remove the battery fastening bar along with one of the ties.
· Then remove the battery itself.
· Carry out the necessary repairs or replacements, then install the new one in the reverse order.
· Before connecting the terminals, clean them from oxides and treat them with aerosol lubricant.
At this point, the repair work to remove the battery on the VAZ 2190 car has been completed.
How to start a GRANTA in cold weather
1. We will assume that you have safely opened the doors and sat down on the extremely cold seat. At the very first moment it may seem that nothing in life can be colder than Grant’s chair at -25. Insert the key and turn on the ignition. Ignition only, no need to try to start it. 2. Your daytime running light will automatically turn on. This will give a certain movement of electrolyte molecules inside the battery. They will begin to “come to life”. To make this process go faster, turn on the low beam headlights for 20 seconds. 3. After 20 seconds, be sure to turn off the headlights! We de-energize the entire car, no playing music or lights on the ceiling, we need maximum charge to provide starting current. 4. We put the car at neutral speed (I hope you leave the car at speed at night, and not with the handbrake - otherwise there is a high probability that you will not go anywhere even with the engine running). We leave the clutch intact. 5. Turn the key and listen to how the starter rotates. In the best case, the starter will spin a couple of times and the engine will start; if this does not happen, we continue to turn the starter for about 7 seconds. In the end, if the starter rotates at least somehow, with a working injection system and engine, the latter should start! 6. If the engine does not start, under no circumstances should we try to start it again! Turn off the ignition, smoke, or suck on a lollipop if you don’t smoke. Because all the starting current was spent on rotating the starter for the previous 7 seconds, and we must let it accumulate again. This will take approximately two minutes. 7. Let's try again. This time without the low beams on. If the starter starts to turn better, the engine must start. If the starter does not turn, then there are two options: we look for a cigarette lighter, or we remove the battery and go home to warm it up. 8. Remember, the minus is always removed from the battery first! Put everything on in reverse order. Those. if you throw on wires from another car, the plus should be thrown on first. Then - minus. Shoot in reverse order. 9. If there is no way to light a cigarette in another car, and dragging the battery home is not an option, all that remains is to start the grant from a pusher! Although in winter, in severe frost, this will not be easy to do, but it is possible. To do this, turn on the ignition, depress the clutch and engage second gear. Don't release the clutch. When the towed vehicle accelerates to 20-30 km/h, slowly begin to release the clutch. If the car's spark plugs are in order and the fuel system is working without failure, the combustible mixture will ignite and the engine will start. 10. Remember, even if you managed to start the car in -30 below zero, its control needs special attention. Because in such weather almost all liquids freeze in a car, thereby their functionality may deteriorate. For example, the oil in the struts will work out the pits worse, the handling will change in a negative direction, the tires will be more oaky, which means road grip will deteriorate, the oil in the transmission will also change its viscosity, which will affect the smoothness of gear shifting and the operation of gearbox elements in general. All these nuances must be taken into account when driving in cold weather.
Duplicate wires from the generator to the Lada Granta battery
I decided to somehow reduce the voltage drop. Namely, by duplicating the wires from the genes to the battery. Wire kg 35. Naturally, I don’t have a special tool for the tips, I made them with improvised means. I clamped it in a vice, and then hit the tips with this thing.
In the end it turned out something like this. It holds tightly, I checked, one end caught on the nail, and the other pulled with all its weight - and nothing.
Plus I attached it to the generator, there is one bolt there. I laid it approximately as shown with the green stripe; the wires were approximately 1.8 meters long. But to get close to a generator with 16 cells. engine — a whole story. I can’t reach it from above, I climbed from below. I took off the protection, got a portion of snow on my head, then unscrewed the boot, which I could not remove completely (the screws are marked in red). But I couldn’t remove it because of one of the screws that I couldn’t get to. It is too close to the bumper; not a single screwdriver will fit there (red arrow up). Another self-tapping screw is located behind the wheel.
The tip that attaches to the battery had to be sharpened a little so that it would not stick. Yes, no heat shrink, just electrical tape. I wrapped the entire positive wire with electrical tape; soon I will buy some corrugated wire and run it through it.
The minus was already duplicated from the engine. The wire is less than half a meter long, and it’s not difficult to climb into it. I wanted to hook it up to the generator housing, but couldn’t find a suitable place.
Result: naturally, the voltage drop from music has not gone away, but has decreased considerably. The headlights wink to the music, but now this is not fatal for subwoofers, because the voltage does not drop below 12 (dropped in peaks to 11.8 - 11.5 -, the amp clipped, and the subs began to stink). Now the voltage on the amplifier under load has risen by about 0.5 volts, maybe a little more. Another pleasant thing is that when you turn the steering wheel (I have an electric steering wheel), the headlights no longer dim, and it seems that the steering wheel has become easier to turn. I think the battery will charge better before it completely fails.
How to replace the battery in a Lada Granta
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I decided to write my article for this site about choosing a battery for my Lada Granta.
This happened about a month ago, right during the period of severe frosts, so we were able to do a little testing of the battery for cold and winter engine starting.
Of course, many will think that replacing the battery is premature, since cars have only recently begun to be produced, but to be honest, the original AKOM has become quite weak lately, especially in severe frosts.
And the starting current power is not enough, but I wanted something more interesting.
Which battery to choose
Installing a battery on a Lada Granta must take into account the engine size. If the car has been restyled and has a more powerful power plant, then the original battery may no longer be suitable for normal operation of such a car.
For Lada Granta 1.6 l 8-cl. (82 and 87 hp)
The eight-valve engine of the Lada Granta starts quite easily, so a current of 425-550 Amps is quite sufficient for it. Most battery models with a capacity of 55-60 Ah can provide this power.
You can install an inexpensive acid battery, but if you purchase a model not from a well-known manufacturer, then the battery life is usually short (rarely exceeds 3 years).
For Lada Granta 1.6 l 16-cl. (98 hp)
For Lada Granta cars equipped with a 98 hp combustion engine. with a gas distribution mechanism with 16 valves, it is also recommended to use a battery with a capacity of 55-60 Ah.
A battery with a higher cold cranking current, in the range from 500 to 600 A, can significantly simplify the operation of a car in the cold season.
For Lada Granta 1.6 l 16-cl. (106 hp)
In a car equipped with a 106 hp engine. With. It is recommended to install a battery with a capacity of 55-63 Ah. Such energy storage devices will run out less often and start the engine more efficiently even in severe frost.
Starting current is 550-640 A. All Lada Granta cars have straight polarity and dimensions are 242x175x190 mm, a deviation of 2-3 mm is allowed on each face.
What to do if the battery is dead
It is best to recharge the battery if it is completely discharged. If the battery is completely damaged, you need to purchase a new one. But it often happens that a car with a faulty battery needs to be started. In this case, you need to follow the algorithm:
- You need to turn on the low beam headlights for 20 seconds - this will create the movement of molecules inside the battery;
- move the gear shift lever to the neutral position, keep the clutch depressed;
- after the specified time has passed, the light will need to be turned off and the ignition turned on;
- Turn the starter - the engine should start in the first two revolutions.
Car battery device
If the engine does not start, then you need to turn the starter for no more than 7 seconds. Then the ignition should be turned off for at least 2 minutes. Then try to start the engine again. If you still can’t start the engine this way, you need to take the battery into the house, warm it up and recharge it. Or “light” the car, try to start it with outside help “from the pusher”.
It is not difficult to purchase a new battery today, but it is important to remember that it must comply with all the parameters established by the manufacturer.
Which models are worth paying attention to?
The optimal solution for replacing the battery both for cars equipped with engines with 8 valves and for sixteen-valve models is to purchase a 60 Ah battery. A good replacement for a standard battery are:
- Varta Blue Dynamic D43 - this model is at the top of the list of replacing the original battery with high-quality analogues. The battery has high starting current values, tolerates operation well at low temperatures and does not require additional maintenance other than timely recharging (if necessary).
- Berga BB-H5R 60 is an inexpensive but high-quality battery for cars. Ideal for both Korean and Russian cars, including Lada Granta.
- Rombat P260G - this battery is a good alternative to domestic batteries for the Lada Granta. The product is fully suitable both in size and electrical parameters.
The listed models are recommended to be used first if there is a need to replace the standard battery.
Signs of an upcoming battery replacement
There are several criteria by which the owner of Kalina can determine the need to replace the battery. For example, this is a lit lamp on the instrument panel in the cabin. It may indicate that the product has exhausted its service life and is unable to recharge while the motor and the corresponding system are running. In this case, the battery will need to be replaced and the question will be relevant: which battery to choose?
Sometimes after installing a new device, the lamp still remains on. This situation indicates the need to check the charging system and generator unit. If you have no experience in this matter, it is recommended to go to a qualified technician.
How to change the battery
If the battery is dead and its performance cannot be restored by recharging, then a new battery is installed. This work is performed in the following sequence:
- Turn off the ignition.
- Disconnect the negative terminal first, then the positive one.
- Unscrew the battery mount (13 mm wrench).
- Remove the battery.
- Install a new battery.
- Screw the fastening bar.
- Connect the terminals.
You can find out whether the new battery is working or not immediately after installing and connecting the battery.
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How to replace the battery in a Lada Granta
Replacement will be required if recharging cannot restore the battery's operation. To do this, you will need to perform some simple manipulations:
- turn off the car;
- disconnect the terminals, first negative, then positive;
- remove the battery mount using a 13 key;
- remove the old battery and install a new one in its place;
- secure with a strap;
- connect the terminals.
Whether the new battery works or not will become immediately clear after connecting the terminals.
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