How to Install a Battery Maintainer to Keep a Car Battery Charged

Addressing Battery Drain for Stored Vehicles

• 💡 Many customers age out of driving or have their privileges revoked, leading to cars sitting unused for extended periods, often resulting in a dead battery.
• ⚠️ A car sitting for 3-4 months without use can lead to a completely drained battery, making it difficult to start or move.
• 🚗 This video demonstrates how to solve this common issue by installing a battery maintainer on a vehicle that will be stored.

Installing a NOCO Battery Maintainer

• 🛠️ The chosen solution is a NOCO 2D 2-amp automatic battery charger and maintainer, known for its compact size and ease of use.
• 📍 The installation involves finding a convenient mounting location under the hood, using the provided screws and Velcro strap.
• 🔌 The maintainer is mounted securely, ensuring the NOCO logo is visible from the front for easy identification.

Battery Replacement and Connection

• 🔋 A new battery is installed, and the old one is removed, noting the battery's location in the trunk for this specific vehicle.
• 🔩 The battery hold-down nut was found to be spinning, requiring a creative solution using a nutsert to secure the new battery tray.
• ✅ Connections are made, including the positive and negative terminals, vent hose, and fuse box, ensuring all components are properly secured and torqued.

Testing the Battery Maintainer

• ⚡ After installation, the battery maintainer is plugged in, and its functionality is tested.
• 📈 The device powers on, indicated by red and pulsing lights, and a multimeter confirms it is outputting approximately 2.0 to 2.3 amps, confirming it is charging the battery.
• 🧠 The automatic nature of the NOCO maintainer means the customer can simply plug it in and forget about it, eliminating the need for manual intervention.

Customer and Vehicle Considerations

• 🚗 The video touches on various scenarios where battery maintainers are useful, including seasonal residents, classic car storage during winter, and vehicles used infrequently.
• 💬 The importance of addressing parasitic draws and the complexity of aftermarket installations like remote starters are briefly discussed.
• 🐾 The video also features a cameo by a cat named Luna, who shows interest in the car and the tools.