What is the battery model for the Fit?
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The original battery for the Honda Fit is the Yuasa 40B19L, located on the right side of the engine compartment. Things to note when replacing the Fit's battery: 1. The service life of the Fit's battery is 2-3 years, and the original battery in a new car can last more than 3 years. When the service life is about to expire, it should be checked frequently, tested in advance, and any problems should be resolved or replaced early to avoid losses caused by the battery suddenly "dying" during use. 2. The new battery may have insufficient power, including the original battery in a newly manufactured car, which may not be 100% charged. Therefore, after replacing the new battery or buying a new car, the engine needs to run for a longer time to ensure that the battery is fully charged.
I've replaced the battery in my Fit twice. The first time was at the dealership, and the label showed model 55B24L with a capacity of 45 ampere-hours. However, I later discovered that different model years of the Fit might use different batteries. For example, my neighbor's 2020 model with start-stop technology uses a special type. To get the accurate answer, you'd first need to know which model year your car is. The most reliable method is to open the hood and check the label on the old battery directly, or refer to the maintenance section of the owner's manual. Nowadays, many e-commerce platforms allow you to input your car model to automatically match the correct battery type when purchasing, and they even include doorstep installation service. It's much more convenient than when I had to carry mine to the auto parts market back then.
It's best to personally confirm the model, as the battery specifications for the Fit have changed significantly from the second to the fourth generation. The universal model is mostly 55B24L, which is 24 cm long and 13 cm wide, but models with auto start-stop require an EFB battery. I once made a mistake when helping a friend replace a battery by only looking at the car model and not paying attention to the year. Now I've learned my lesson—I first take a photo of the old battery label, including the Cold Cranking Amps (CCA), which affects the ignition ability in winter. When buying a battery in a physical store, it's best to drive the car there and let the technician measure the battery tray size. For online purchases, selecting the specific year model on the product page will automatically match the correct battery.
The common Fit battery is a 12-volt 55B24L, a model that has been used for over a decade. However, it actually depends on the situation: older models have smaller battery compartments and can only accommodate this size, while newer models with start-stop systems require larger capacities. Last time I replaced the battery, I was almost tricked—the shop tried to pass off a regular battery as a start-stop specific one. My advice is not to just memorize the model number; focus on two key parameters: choose a capacity of 45 ampere-hours or more, and ensure the cold cranking amps (CCA) is no less than 360A. Japanese battery brands like Yuasa and Panasonic offer compatible options, and Varta also has corresponding models. When shopping online, filtering by 'Honda Fit specific' will yield more accurate results.
