What is the battery model of the Lavida?
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Volkswagen Lavida's battery model is the 12V-60AH Fengfan battery, and it can also use the Bosch battery with the model L2-400. 12V-60AH, where 12V represents the rated voltage of the battery, which is the optimal voltage for the equipment to work normally for a long time, and 60AH refers to 60 ampere-hours, representing the 20-hour rate capacity. The meaning of the battery 12V-60AH is that this 12V battery can discharge for 1 hour when the output current is 60A. The original battery of the Lavida car has a service life of 3-4 years, and Volkswagen's warranty period for the battery is two years. In addition to regular maintenance at the 4S store, owners should also take good care of the battery in daily use. Precautions for car maintenance are as follows: If the unlocked car is parked for a long time, it may cause the car battery to run out of power and the engine to fail to start again; to avoid damage to the car's electrical devices, do not connect power accessories such as car battery chargers to the 12V socket or cigarette lighter; if the key is placed in the "ACC" position of the ignition switch for a long time with the engine off, it will cause the car battery to lose power; do not expose the battery to direct sunlight for a long time, as strong ultraviolet rays can damage the battery casing.
When my old Lavida had its battery replaced, the mechanic used the L2-400 model, saying 12V 60Ah were the basic parameters. Later, I found out that the mainstream battery for the newer Lavida models is the 5K0 915 105 C, especially for the 1.5L naturally aspirated version. The key is to look at the cold cranking amps (CCA), which should be above 600A to be sufficient. If the car has an automatic start-stop function, never install a regular battery—you must use an AGM start-stop-specific type, otherwise, the automatic start-stop function will wear out the battery in just two or three months. Once, a friend was tricked into installing a smaller capacity battery at an auto parts market and had trouble starting the car in winter. If you see EFB printed on the battery or a model number starting with 6R0, it’s likely the correct one. To be safest, I recommend noting down the VIN and letting the seller check the compatible model directly.
The battery model for Lavida depends on the specific year. My 2019 1.4T model uses the 55B24L specification, and I've also seen 75D23L mentioned in the manual. When replacing the battery, don't just memorize the model number—focus on these three key figures: 12V is the standard voltage, choose around 60Ah capacity, and ensure a minimum cold cranking amps (CCA) of 580A for reliable winter starts in snowy conditions. During my last maintenance at the dealership, the technician mentioned that vehicles with start-stop systems must use EFB technology batteries, as standard ones can't handle frequent ignition. If purchasing independently, options like Varta Yellow Label or Camel's L2400 fit most Lavidas, but it's best to photograph the old battery's label for vendor confirmation before removal.
