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Potential Battery Sensor Issue with 2023 Renault Arkana: Seeking Advice and Past Experiences

Longer cold start time

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Weak battery when starting the engine

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Car won't start

Hey everyone, hope you all are doing good. I have a 2023 Renault Arkana, run about 161872 km, gasoline engine. Recently I've noticed a few concerning things like it takes longer to start when cold, sometimes doesn't start at all and the battery seems weak on starting. I'm thinking it might be a battery sensor issue - anyone else faced this problem? How did it go with your mechanic? Need some advice after a bad experience with my last one. Thanks in advance!

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GusWerner

Hey, I can totally relate. Had a similar issue on my 2020 Renault Megane, that did give me quite a headache. Sounds like a battery sensor microprocessor malfunction. When I faced it, the car behaved just like yours. After some investigation at the garage, they found that indeed the sensor's microprocessor was defective. The sensor couldn't effectively relay the correct information to the car's computer, hence the erratic starts. It's a bit of a crucial issue because it left unaddressed, it might lead to permanent engine damage. I'd recommend you get it taken care of ASAP. Have a reliable technician perform a diagnostics check to be certain. Hope things work out for you. Safe driving!

PeteBraun (Author)

Hey, good to know I'm not alone with this problem. Sounds like you had a pretty similar issue with your Megane. Appreciate your advice, definitely planning on getting this checked out ASAP, don't fancy dealing with engine damage! If you don't mind, could you remember how much the repair cost you? And has your car given any more trouble related to this since getting it fixed? Cheers!

GusWerner

Hey, of course, happy to share more details! The cost to fix that pesky battery sensor microprocessor running rogue was around 315€. Not exactly a penny change, but considering the potential engine damage, it was a bargain! And let me tell you, the moment the mechanic sorted it out, all the starting issues vanished like magic! Like your Arkana, my Megane is running like a dream now, no repeat performances from that sensor! Touch wood, eh? Hope things turn out just as smoothly for you. Give a shout if you have more questions, here to help! Happy motoring!

PeteBraun (Author)

Thanks. Your information is really valuable. I guess around 315€ is worthy investment to avoid any potential engine damage. My Arkana deserves some care. So relieved to hear your Megane hasn't showed the same issue again. Definitely saying a big 'touch wood' for that! I'll be taking it for a checkup first thing in the morning. Just hope my mechanic is as good as yours. Thanks a ton for your inputs. If anything comes up, I'll reach out. Drive safe and keep smiling!

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