Replaced OE Battery but new ones made in Mexico
#1
06-23-2013, 06:08 PM
Replaced OE Battery but new ones made in Mexico
Well, my 2009 Fit needed a jump on Friday morning so I went to the dealership to the dealership and bought a new OE Honda 151R battery.
The original has been in the car since I bought it new in Nov. of 2008. I've been very happy with its life span.
The new one I bought from Honda is marked Honda on the front, but is made in Mexico and not Japan like the original. Not sure if it will last as long as the one made in Japan.
Does anyone know who builds the batteries for Honda in Mexico? Is it Johnson Controls?
I focused on cleaning the battery tray and terminals for the new battery and didn't inspect the new battery's label for clues concerning the factory.
Original Japan Made Battery: If you notice, the liquid is at the lower marking. It almost appears like I could have just added some distilled water and she would have been good to go?
New Mexico Made Battery:
The original has been in the car since I bought it new in Nov. of 2008. I've been very happy with its life span.
The new one I bought from Honda is marked Honda on the front, but is made in Mexico and not Japan like the original. Not sure if it will last as long as the one made in Japan.
Does anyone know who builds the batteries for Honda in Mexico? Is it Johnson Controls?
I focused on cleaning the battery tray and terminals for the new battery and didn't inspect the new battery's label for clues concerning the factory.
Original Japan Made Battery: If you notice, the liquid is at the lower marking. It almost appears like I could have just added some distilled water and she would have been good to go?
New Mexico Made Battery:
#2
06-23-2013, 07:48 PM
Its a localized battery (cheaper made) from Interstate battery private labeled for Honda. Who knows, it might be better quality then the OEM Fujikawa or Yuasa battery....
Well, my 2009 Fit needed a jump on Friday morning so I went to the dealership to the dealership and bought a new OE Honda 151R battery.
The original has been in the car since I bought it new in Nov. of 2008. I've been very happy with its life span.
The new one I bought from Honda is marked Honda on the front, but is made in Mexico and not Japan like the original. Not sure if it will last as long as the one made in Japan.
Does anyone know who builds the batteries for Honda in Mexico? Is it Johnson Controls?
I focused on cleaning the battery tray and terminals for the new battery and didn't inspect the new battery's label for clues concerning the factory.
Original Japan Made Battery: If you notice, the liquid is at the lower marking. It almost appears like I could have just added some distilled water and she would have been good to go?
New Mexico Made Battery:
The original has been in the car since I bought it new in Nov. of 2008. I've been very happy with its life span.
The new one I bought from Honda is marked Honda on the front, but is made in Mexico and not Japan like the original. Not sure if it will last as long as the one made in Japan.
Does anyone know who builds the batteries for Honda in Mexico? Is it Johnson Controls?
I focused on cleaning the battery tray and terminals for the new battery and didn't inspect the new battery's label for clues concerning the factory.
Original Japan Made Battery: If you notice, the liquid is at the lower marking. It almost appears like I could have just added some distilled water and she would have been good to go?
New Mexico Made Battery:
#3
06-23-2013, 08:17 PM
Let's see how long she lasts.
Hopefully by the time she dies, something really good in this size will become available.
#4
06-24-2013, 06:23 AM
OP. Was this the first time the battery died? I am having problems as well. I had it in to Honda for something else and they charged battery and said it was OK. THe next day car started but then day after battery dead again. I am suspecting battery is shot vs a light or something killing it.
#5
06-24-2013, 07:30 AM
OP. Was this the first time the battery died? I am having problems as well. I had it in to Honda for something else and they charged battery and said it was OK. THe next day car started but then day after battery dead again. I am suspecting battery is shot vs a light or something killing it.
Then on Friday it didn't start so I jumped it and it started up fine the very first time.
I bought the battery friday but only installed it this Sunday as I've been using another car in the mean time.
Unless the issue returns, I will assume that it was only the battery and not something else like the alternator.
#6
06-25-2013, 07:45 PM
OP. Was this the first time the battery died? I am having problems as well. I had it in to Honda for something else and they charged battery and said it was OK. THe next day car started but then day after battery dead again. I am suspecting battery is shot vs a light or something killing it.
The cranks took a bit longer during the last week, but it always started on the first attempt.
Then on Friday it didn't start so I jumped it and it started up fine the very first time.
I bought the battery friday but only installed it this Sunday as I've been using another car in the mean time.
Unless the issue returns, I will assume that it was only the battery and not something else like the alternator.
Then on Friday it didn't start so I jumped it and it started up fine the very first time.
I bought the battery friday but only installed it this Sunday as I've been using another car in the mean time.
Unless the issue returns, I will assume that it was only the battery and not something else like the alternator.
#7
06-26-2013, 03:12 PM
The condition of the cell plates inside the battery determines whether or not a battery is still serviceable. Current is produced when sulfuric acid in the battery reacts with lead in the cell plates. As the battery discharges, sulfate accumulates on the plates and reduces the battery's ability to make current. The sulfate is returned to solution when the alternator recharges the battery by forcing current to flow in the opposite direction.
Over time, some of the sulfate becomes permanently attached to the plates. The sulfate forms a barrier that diminishes the battery's ability to produce and store electricity. This process can be accelerated if the battery is run down frequently or is allowed to remain in a discharged state for more than a few days. If the plates have become sulfated, therefore, the battery won't accept a charge and will have to be replaced.
Over time, some of the sulfate becomes permanently attached to the plates. The sulfate forms a barrier that diminishes the battery's ability to produce and store electricity. This process can be accelerated if the battery is run down frequently or is allowed to remain in a discharged state for more than a few days. If the plates have become sulfated, therefore, the battery won't accept a charge and will have to be replaced.
#8
06-26-2013, 07:54 PM
Thanks for the info Sir.
#10
06-28-2013, 01:10 AM
The oem ones are all built in Japan. Only one that's Mexico is the replacement you get from the parts center.
#11
08-26-2013, 01:32 PM
well i finally reached that point where its time for me to get another battery. Last 2-3 weeks the car has had a longer cranking time before it would start over, yesterday I pulled the fit out the garage and let it sit all day as i was doing work in my garage, when it came time for me to bring in the fit, it did not start. Battery was completely dead. I had to use my wifes car to jump it and get it in the car. this morning it started but took longer then usual once again. mind you this is also my original battery from when I purchased the fit back in nov 08. Heading to the dealer after work to pick up a new one..
#13
08-27-2013, 05:16 AM
Yea can't complain, got a battery from the dealership and cranks up right away now. Glad it was something that simple and nothing more expensive 
#14
08-31-2013, 10:10 AM
I did some research on this. Most of the batteries at Walmart, Costco, Autozone, Advanced Auto Parts, and Sears are made by Johnson Controls. In fact, most of the Interstate batteries are made by Johnson Controls.
Probably all of the vehicles which originate in Japan have the Japanese made battery from YUASA. YUASA mainly makes batteries for motorcycles by the way.
So I would bet money that this new battery is made by Johnson Controls.
Probably all of the vehicles which originate in Japan have the Japanese made battery from YUASA. YUASA mainly makes batteries for motorcycles by the way.
So I would bet money that this new battery is made by Johnson Controls.
#15
08-31-2013, 10:28 AM
I did some research on this. Most of the batteries at Walmart, Costco, Autozone, Advanced Auto Parts, and Sears are made by Johnson Controls. In fact, most of the Interstate batteries are made by Johnson Controls.
Probably all of the vehicles which originate in Japan have the Japanese made battery from YUASA. YUASA mainly makes batteries for motorcycles by the way.
So I would bet money that this new battery is made by Johnson Controls.
Probably all of the vehicles which originate in Japan have the Japanese made battery from YUASA. YUASA mainly makes batteries for motorcycles by the way.
So I would bet money that this new battery is made by Johnson Controls.
The oem honda replacement supplier is Interstate batteries.
#16
08-31-2013, 11:05 AM
Ugh... I hope Im not in for a new battery. Ive been running the same stock one since 2007 purchase.
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