Volvo V60 Start Stop Battery replacement - cheaper option.

video of removal of the auxiliary battery for start stop in Volvo V60 and S60 2011+ . replacement with a better value for money option

[@superduperdad]

Thanks a mil for the video James. I've a V70, 2016 (3rd generation). Layout is practically the same as the V60 in this video. So no problem following your instructions to replace the aux battery. You could change your title to "Volvo V60 or V70 ... " and pick up a few more hits. The glue gun tip works great btw.

[@Insight_and_commentary]

Thank you sir! Great tutorial, very detailed and it’s so thoughtful of you to be so helpful!

[@klimenz]

Good video man. I have noticed multiple websites in UK selling these as a Volvo auxiliary battery at £35-£50. Even found same Yuasa battery rebranded as aux battery.

[@rachaelkellett7227]

Thank you this is so helpful

[@paulreville7271]

Looks like a massive nuisance

[@richardefriend]

This is for a UK 2012 S60.

[@bohdancherniuk2537]

Hi guys, I have 2012 S60 1,6d2 but with bigger battery OEM 30659531, I replace it by smaller one Exide EK091 which is analogue to 31296300. I’m not sure but for now it works, even it’s for 60A smaller. Could someone give me advice why same cars and engines has different auxiliary batteries, thanks

[@brycecooper1441]

Can we reboot via a trickle charge the "helper or Start Stop" battery from UK mains? If no why not?

[@sharkfinn6469]

Yes. If it doesn't help, top up the battery water to the correct level. Should be just so the plates are covered. I revived a 1v scooter battery from 2001. Working like brand new

[@brycecooper1441]

@@sharkfinn6469 Thanks for the tips. I will do that. and possibly add a boost from a solar panel for caravan leisure battery

[@100pyatt]

Seems like a motorcycle lithium battery would be better suited for this little battery and last 10x longer than lead acid

[@AndrewBarry65]

Do you mean extended life or more restarts before it needs charging? I still can't believe these little batteries can rsstart a 2 litre diesel

[@Skyrocket888]

@@AndrewBarry65 these don't start an engine. they keep the electrics on once it stops. Main battery does the starting.

[@andrewg9677]

​@@Skyrocket888 I read somewhere that they are the source for the electric power steering and the stop/start restarts. But I agree that the power to turn over such a bug engine must need more cranking amps. Maybe when it's hot it's not so difficult? Maybe it runs another system to trigger the starter powered by the main battery?