Kia6Driver24
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Hello everyone! I am curious, is there any way to measure the battery's degradation?
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How to measure battery's degradation?
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krazYdriveR
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You can use battery monitoring software, a multimeter, a battery analyzer, or a load tester.
johnbowers
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You'll need a separate tool for that, since Kia doesn't show it on the car's screen itself. It's called an OBD-II reader, and you use it with some software. Just plug the reader into the car's OBD-II port, then use the software to check the battery health. It'll usually show up as a percentage.
alfonsoruiz
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The simplest is to track your car's range over time if it's consistently dropping that's a sign of degradation. Some EV like Tesla have built-in battery health diagnostics but for others you can use OBD2 scanners and apps like "Car Scanner" or "ABRP" to get more detailed data like state of health (SOH). Just remember factors like temperature and driving style can also affect range so try to keep those consistent when comparing.
Exactly! Keeping an eye on your range is a super easy way to catch any issues. Just remember, it’s normal for the range to dip a little as the battery ages. But if you're seeing a major drop in no time at all, it might be a good idea to dig into some more specific diagnostics or hit up a pro to check things out.
Oh, and one more thing – if you’ve noticed your charging speed taking a nosedive, it could be a sign your battery’s starting to wear out. A big drop in how fast it charges might mean there’s something up, so definitely keep an eye on that!
jaredthomas
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Honestly, just keep an eye on how far you can go with a full charge. If you're seeing your range drop over time, that's a pretty solid hint.