Hello just joined. Trying to get some tips to keep my wife's beloved 2003 S-type on the road.

 

trying to get some info / help on battery issue. 2 batteries in 1 year. It just died again.
Thanks

 

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welcome to the forum - enjoy!!!

 

Welcome, lots of help here, sure you will have it sorted out soon.
Vector

 

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Could be:
Alternator
Ground straps - there are a lot and they are sometimes in unusual places.
LCM problem, not shutting down the electrical systems properly causing battery drain.
Bad, dirty, corroded terminals.
Battery not to spec - not enough capacity for the car.
Extreme temps will kill a battery.

Who says it is bad, did you have it tested by a competent shop?

There are more but that is all I can remember right now.

Do you have a warranty on the batteries?

Buy the best battery you can afford, with a long replacement warranty.
Vector