paxkine111

Hi All,

Great community, glad to be a part of it! I did search the forums so forgive me if something like this has been posted.

Due to COVID- I haven't been driving much at all (yep, I know my fault). I basically move it once a week for trash day and drive it around a bit.

Today, started up just fine. Gassed up, then went to make one more stop to see a buddy.

This time, all the lights came up and the car was verrry slow to start; as in just barely. But it started.

I drove around for a good 40 minutes to keep the engine on, and hopefully recharge the battery.

10 hours later, car won't start. This time, no lights come on.

Before I call AAA (which I doubt has the right battery for this car anyway) does anyone have a good idea on how best to move forward?

I have a great MB shop (not dealer) nearby where all service was performed by prior owner.

I'm thinking AAA to start it, drive it to my shop and get an eval done on battery life, fuses, etc. It was driving like a gem for 8 months straight, I don't think it's an electrical issue (hope not) although I did buy a warranty from Circle that will hopefully kick in.

Any advice/ideas appreciated!!!

Thank you!

Fried Chicken

Yeah no lights suggests no battery power.

It's a bit late in the season for batteries to die, but you haven't driven it in a while. You'd be surprised, AAA carries good batteries, and they probably have one that fits. I wouldn't run the car too much on a bad battery, it could overstress the alternator (I think I'm right in saying).

Having the shop that knows the car look at it is probably the right choice to avoid chasing your tail on a diagnostic.

Fried Chicken

Did you get your problem solved?

paxkine111

yup! Had to replace battery in trunk