hi all im getting intrmittent restricted performance and dcg not engaging do i need a start stop battery or normal
on 2008 2.7 xf luxury premium deisel or is it something else
many thanks
george

 

ps i also hear theres 2 batteries do i need to replace both
tia
g

 

No stop start and only a single battery on a 2008 XF.
And yes, a failing battery will cause your problems and if the battery in the car is the original it is well past due for replacement.
A normal flooded cell lead acid battery is OK (as long as it's at least 90 amp hours and 750 CCA) but a more modern AGM battery (commonly used in cars with a stop/start system but perfectly OK for those that don't) is better although more expensive.

 

hi mate thanks for reply i had a heavy duty battery put in my old s type bout 4 months ago would that be ok
regards
george

 

Yep, it will probably be OK, just make sure it is sufficiently rated, the right size and shape to bolt straight in, and put it on a battery charger first to bring it right up to 100%.

 

Thanks; i just intended to open a threat to ask if a AGM battery can be used in a 2011 model (3.0D) with a single battery
Now i know the answer
John Alles