Battery Problem Solved?
#121
Lexus Defector
iTrader: (60)
Most definitely. I have had the battery drain problem since the car was new, long before installing any grounding wires. The problem persisted exactly the same after installing grounding wires. After having the TSB performed, I tested my car with and without the grounding wires installed. It battery problem is gone whether I have the grounding wires installed or not. I've let my car sit for almost 2 weeks with the wires installed (including the direct battery ground) and I have not personally seen any effect (negative or positive) that grounding wires have had on the TSB battery drain issue although others allege otherwise. IMO they are completely unrelated.
#122
Very Good TY! I may order another kit in Dark Gray.
Most definitely. I have had the battery drain problem since the car was new, long before installing any grounding wires. The problem persisted exactly the same after installing grounding wires. After having the TSB performed, I tested my car with and without the grounding wires installed. It battery problem is gone whether I have the grounding wires installed or not. I've let my car sit for almost 2 weeks with the wires installed (including the direct battery ground) and I have not personally seen any effect (negative or positive) that grounding wires have had on the TSB battery drain issue although others allege otherwise. IMO they are completely unrelated.
#123
Hey guys,
I'm completely new to the forum but I've been reading a good amount within the past week or so on this same problem. Here's my situation:
My car seems to not want to start only in cold weather. I've gotten it checked several times when it wouldn't start and I had to jump it. I got the TSB work done on the car (new VCV, battery, and reprogrammed ECU) but I'm still having issues. I even called the dealer today to verify that all that work was completed on my car. The dealer told me it's because of my driving habit. I drive the car only 4-5 miles a day since I live really close to work, so the dealer suggested that I take longer drives so the alternator would recharge the battery. I've been going out of my way to get home, driving 10-15 minutes longer every day. There are still moments, though, when my car struggles to start. Just yesterday, the car sluggishly started and the markers on my tachometer and speedometer took a few seconds to "register". It basically sat at 0 and became normal after 2 seconds.
My car has always been garaged and babied. I have no mods whatsoever on the car. I'm so frustrated with this problem. I'm driving it longer than I need to, which means I'm wasting gas just to avoid having a dead battery.
Please tell me someone else is having this problem! I've thought about calling Infiniti Corporate to see if they would reimburse me if I were to buy a Yellow Top or Red Top. I honestly have no idea what else could be wrong. Any help would be appreciated!
I'm completely new to the forum but I've been reading a good amount within the past week or so on this same problem. Here's my situation:
My car seems to not want to start only in cold weather. I've gotten it checked several times when it wouldn't start and I had to jump it. I got the TSB work done on the car (new VCV, battery, and reprogrammed ECU) but I'm still having issues. I even called the dealer today to verify that all that work was completed on my car. The dealer told me it's because of my driving habit. I drive the car only 4-5 miles a day since I live really close to work, so the dealer suggested that I take longer drives so the alternator would recharge the battery. I've been going out of my way to get home, driving 10-15 minutes longer every day. There are still moments, though, when my car struggles to start. Just yesterday, the car sluggishly started and the markers on my tachometer and speedometer took a few seconds to "register". It basically sat at 0 and became normal after 2 seconds.
My car has always been garaged and babied. I have no mods whatsoever on the car. I'm so frustrated with this problem. I'm driving it longer than I need to, which means I'm wasting gas just to avoid having a dead battery.
Please tell me someone else is having this problem! I've thought about calling Infiniti Corporate to see if they would reimburse me if I were to buy a Yellow Top or Red Top. I honestly have no idea what else could be wrong. Any help would be appreciated!
#124
Just say no!!!!!
iTrader: (14)
^^I'd check the battery voltage next time this happens. I can't remember the specs off hand, but something along the lines of 12.6V with the car off, and no less than 10V when cranking comes to mind (would have to check service manual to confirm). If it's lower than that, then indeed it could be a battery issue.
If your level of driving is insufficient to recharge the battery fully, then a small 2A or 5A charger might be needed while the car is parked over night.
I've used this on my old camaro battery to keep it up while car sat for a while. A carry over from my bike - Amazon.com: Battery Tender 021-0128 Battery Tender Plus 12V Battery Charger: Automotive
If your level of driving is insufficient to recharge the battery fully, then a small 2A or 5A charger might be needed while the car is parked over night.
I've used this on my old camaro battery to keep it up while car sat for a while. A carry over from my bike - Amazon.com: Battery Tender 021-0128 Battery Tender Plus 12V Battery Charger: Automotive
#125
Registered User
Hi ALL,
I have a 2010 G37x and live in Chicago. I didn't drive the car for about 10 days and had to jump the car yesterday(took it for a battery check at AutoZone and they said it was at 60% or so) and had to jump the car today again. Does this TSB apply to me, is this for just 08 cars and/or is there another one for my car?
Thanks!!
I have a 2010 G37x and live in Chicago. I didn't drive the car for about 10 days and had to jump the car yesterday(took it for a battery check at AutoZone and they said it was at 60% or so) and had to jump the car today again. Does this TSB apply to me, is this for just 08 cars and/or is there another one for my car?
Thanks!!
#126
Registered Member
I had this problem since I bought it new in '07. I had the TSB performed and a new battery (the larger one from the M) installed and it fixed it right up. I've let it sit for up to 17 days and it started right up perfectly like it's supposed to. Before the repair it wouldn't start if left idle for only 3 or 4 days.
If you haven't had the TSB performed, do it. If you have and are still having the issue, take it back in. Just putting a new or larger battery in it will NOT permanently fix your problem, it'll just hide it for a little while.
If you haven't had the TSB performed, do it. If you have and are still having the issue, take it back in. Just putting a new or larger battery in it will NOT permanently fix your problem, it'll just hide it for a little while.
#127
All,
I purchased my '08 G37S (stock/auto) Oct 2011. I didn't know anything about this TSB then, and was stranded a couple of times w/ a dead battery.
As such, I went to Battery Mart, had it tested and they told me the OG stock battery was fine. At that time, I went ahead and replaced it w/ a stock equivalent, because it had always cranked hard (I was driving it infrequently, and typically less than 10mi @ a time up to this point).
2012-2013 I was driving it daily, but not a lot of mileage maybe 10-15mi/day.
2014, it sits most of the time w/ very short trips again.
Fast forward to now (Nov-Dec '14), I have jumped it a couple of time since it got cold again, and charged it (it was hard cranking this past summer also). Nowadays, I don't drive it daily and when I do it isn't driven very many miles. So, find this topic and I believe this is exactly what I need.
That said, I'm out of warranty, so does anyone know what the cost would be w/ the valve replacement and ECU flash from Infinity?
Can a Nissan, or other dealer do this?
Finally, I'm going to believe this battery will actually test out good again, so I think I'm actually just going to go get a bigger battery first local and try it out. What am I looking 700CCA?
Thanks.[/U]
I purchased my '08 G37S (stock/auto) Oct 2011. I didn't know anything about this TSB then, and was stranded a couple of times w/ a dead battery.
As such, I went to Battery Mart, had it tested and they told me the OG stock battery was fine. At that time, I went ahead and replaced it w/ a stock equivalent, because it had always cranked hard (I was driving it infrequently, and typically less than 10mi @ a time up to this point).
2012-2013 I was driving it daily, but not a lot of mileage maybe 10-15mi/day.
2014, it sits most of the time w/ very short trips again.
Fast forward to now (Nov-Dec '14), I have jumped it a couple of time since it got cold again, and charged it (it was hard cranking this past summer also). Nowadays, I don't drive it daily and when I do it isn't driven very many miles. So, find this topic and I believe this is exactly what I need.
That said, I'm out of warranty, so does anyone know what the cost would be w/ the valve replacement and ECU flash from Infinity?
Can a Nissan, or other dealer do this?
Finally, I'm going to believe this battery will actually test out good again, so I think I'm actually just going to go get a bigger battery first local and try it out. What am I looking 700CCA?
Thanks.[/U]
Last edited by Jason Yancey; 12-10-2014 at 12:44 PM. Reason: more information
#128
CCA of replacement battery
Yes, the battery that Infiniti upgrades to with the tech bulletin service is 700 cca
I Just discovered this site while trying to find out more about the battery problems that I have been having with my 2009 G37, which had the TB 'fix' applied in 2013. Now I'm getting the 'I don't drive it enough' response from the local dealer in the area I moved to, along with 'it is a high compression engine that draws a lot of power to start'
A lot of us bought this car for general purpose use. This electrical system is ill designed for the market they are trying to sell into. Wish I had known this; buyer beware
I Just discovered this site while trying to find out more about the battery problems that I have been having with my 2009 G37, which had the TB 'fix' applied in 2013. Now I'm getting the 'I don't drive it enough' response from the local dealer in the area I moved to, along with 'it is a high compression engine that draws a lot of power to start'
A lot of us bought this car for general purpose use. This electrical system is ill designed for the market they are trying to sell into. Wish I had known this; buyer beware
#129
Just say no!!!!!
iTrader: (14)
Regarding not driving enough. My car gets driven 0-1x a week most weeks. We've had some really nasty cold spells in recent weeks. Keeping it in the garage does help, albeit I don't keep it on a battery tender. I run 5w30 synthetic oil which really helps in the cold temps. The weekly trips are usually 5-10 miles in length and involve some duration on the interstate.
Knock on wood, the car has started each and every time. Maybe I shouldn't be posting this
Knock on wood, the car has started each and every time. Maybe I shouldn't be posting this
#130
Currently at the stealership....they refuse to replace anything under warranty because this is a "battery issue" and only a "recommended" part change. Yet, they confirm that the VCV is causing the dead battery. Is the VCV replacement considered a warranty part? My car is an 09' w' 60k miles if needed for reference. THIS IS BS!!!
#131
Lexus Defector
iTrader: (60)
Currently at the stealership....they refuse to replace anything under warranty because this is a "battery issue" and only a "recommended" part change. Yet, they confirm that the VCV is causing the dead battery. Is the VCV replacement considered a warranty part? My car is an 09' w' 60k miles if needed for reference. THIS IS BS!!!
#132
I have an 08 coupe and see that this TSB applies to the 08 coupe as well. Are there any other requirements I should check before taking my car in for this TSB?
Also is there a way to check what TSB's have been performed on my vehicle?
Also is there a way to check what TSB's have been performed on my vehicle?
#133
Premier Member
iTrader: (5)
SonicVQ helped me out here and I hope you can make use of it as well
https://www.myg37.com/forums/general...tb10-010b.html
#134
Registered User
I have a 2011 sedan, the TSB shows it doesn't cover my model. I am having this issue for sure even after replacing my battery. I have an appointment at the dealer this Saturday, any tips?
#135
Registered User
Just an update, they diagnosed my car and found that I had the latest updated vent control valve, all ecm and tcm updates were already installed. I had them run a multimeter on the car and only 200ma-ish is draining which is about normal they said. They think it could be my remote starter. I also have a blackvue dash cam with power magic pro hooked up but the cam isn't even plugged in at all, I removed the power magic pro just to see if that makes any difference.