Drat. Flat Battery Turbo R

[Truffs]

Hello Ladies and Gentleman,

I have returned from a 14 day holiday and realised its been 21 days or so since I fired the Turbo R and yes the battery is flat. I need to charge it up but where is it and how to get to it? I suspect its in the wings of the boot but which side? Also how do you get to it? Mine is a 1990 Turbo R LWB.

Another complication is that the boot is parked right up against the rear of the Garage so its going to be fun to get in there. Do I actually need to take the battery out or can I trickle charge it someway while leaving it in situ?

Any advice would be great while I kick myself for breaking the 10 miles every 10 days rule.

Thanks for reading and any help offered.

[RESSE]

The battery is in the boot underneath the carpet and underlay.

Is your car fitted with a battery isolation switch (located on the right hand side of the boot panel as you stand at the back of the car - seat back/panel)?

[keith9849]

Roll the car forward a foot or so, take the battery out and charge it properly off the car. A 'smart-charger' should help you tell whether the battery has had it. HOWEVER, on a car as old as 1990 there will be lots of things that might drain the battery, from glove-box light to defective seat-ECUs. So after charging the battery keep an eye on the situation.

Avoid (ever) jump starting the car from another vehicle that is running. The power-surge from the alternators of each car when your car starts could fry something important.

Do be aware that a battery you think is ok might not be. So maybe get a new battery anyway.

Hope you sort the issue, whatever it is.

[WelshBentleyBoy]

I must admit I find it is strange that people who spend tens of thousands on buying their cars don't make sure they have a serviceable battery. They are not the most expensive items (costing less than a tyre!} so at the first sign of problems I go out and buy a new one!! Look after them with a suitable trickle charger and they will deliver for years.
Paul

[Truffs]

Thanks for all the tips. I fear I won't be able to roll the car forward but hopefully I can get to the battery.

I will check for the battery isolator (great tip) as that could mean I can charge the thing in situ.

Once again, thanks.

[Truffs]

It does have a battery isolation switch which has now been turned to the quarter past nine position with the help of a young small minion who could climb into the boot. I can now see the prize, the battery is within range of me so I think I can charge it while isolated. Cannot lift the boot high enough to get it out without taking down half the shelving and racking which would be a mega job.

Only thing thwarting the plan is that the boss of the house has decided to run the washing machine and that is the only free socket I can reach so I have to wait. DAMN.