Change Car Battery Vauxhall Vivaro

Change Car Battery

Very easy 0h30 ~50£
Estimated time 0h30
Estimated labour cost ~50£
Difficulty Very easy
Vehicles
Vivaro Mk I 2001-2014 21
  • 1.9 CDi Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7))
  • 1.9 CDTi Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7))
  • 2.0 16V Petrol (F4R-720 (L7))
  • 2.0 16V Petrol (F4R-820 (H8))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-780 (E7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-782 (L7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-784)
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (M7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-788)
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 DPF Diesel (M9R-630 (A6))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 DPF Diesel (M9R-692 (F6))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-780 (E7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-782 (L7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-784)
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-786 (M7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-788)
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 DPF Diesel (M9R-630 (A6))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 DPF Diesel (M9R-692 (F6))
  • 2.5 CDTi 114 DPF Diesel (G9U-630 (B6))
  • 2.5 CDTi 145 (DPF) Diesel (G9U-630 (B6))
  • 2.5 CDTi Diesel (G9U-730 (B7))
Vivaro Mk II 2015-2019 7
  • 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-450 (LWU))
  • 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-450 (LWY))
  • 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-452 (LQI))
  • 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-452 (LWY))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-408 (LWX))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-408 (LWZ))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-413 (LWX))
Vivaro Mk III 2019-2025 8
  • 1.5 Turbo D 100 Diesel (DV5RCF (YHT))
  • 1.5 Turbo D 100 Diesel (DV5RUCD (YHR))
  • 1.5 Turbo D 120 Diesel (DV5RUC (YHV))
  • 2.0 CDTi 145 Diesel (DW10FDDU (EHS))
  • 2.0 CDTi 145 Turbo Diesel (DW10FDDU (EHT))
  • 2.0 Turbo D 120 Diesel (DW10FEU (AHK))
  • 2.0 Turbo D 150 (PEF) Diesel (DW10FDU (AHX))
  • 2.0 Turbo D 180 Diesel (DW10FDCU (EHZ))

What is the role of the battery in a Vauxhall Vivaro?

The battery is primarily used to start the engine and to power electrical equipment when the engine is off. When the engine is running, the alternator provides the energy needed by the various electrical systems. During this operating phase, the battery stores electrical energy in chemical form. This energy is released as electrical current when the engine is switched off again.

What are the different types of Vauxhall Vivaro battery?

There are three main types of lead/acid battery:

  • Open battery: Designed for older vehicles with reduced electrical/electronic equipment and without Stop and Start. Requires regular electrolyte level checks.
  • EFB battery (Enhanced Flooded Battery): An improved open battery with reduced water loss. Suitable for simple Stop and Start systems. Maintenance-free.
  • AGM battery (Absorbent Glass Mat): Sealed battery with excellent charge/discharge and vibration resistance. Suitable for Stop and Start with regenerative braking. Maintenance-free.

When should you change your Vauxhall Vivaro battery?

The battery is a wear part that should be changed at the first signs of weakness (difficulty starting). The vehicle maintenance plan rarely specifies periodic replacement. Battery life depends on usage conditions, battery type, and vehicle condition. Average life is about 5 years.

How to choose your Vauxhall Vivaro battery?

For replacement, obtain a battery with the same specifications as the old one: voltage (12V), dimensions, battery type (AGM), storage capacity in Ah, starting current in A, terminal positions. You can fit a battery with slightly higher capacity and starting current. AGM vehicles must use AGM replacements.

How to change your Vauxhall Vivaro battery without data loss?

To avoid resetting systems and losing vehicle data (radio, clock, settings), use an electronic memory saver (maintains 12V in the electrical circuit while replacing the battery). Connect it to battery cables, accessory socket, or diagnostic socket before disconnecting. Available from €10; prefer a version protected against reversed connections and short circuits.

Is it difficult to change the Vauxhall Vivaro battery?

Battery replacement presents no particular difficulty unless elements obstruct access (fuse board, engine management ECU). Difficulty level 1/5: technically very easy. The step-by-step method covers: switch off ignition and all consumers, connect memory saver, remove obstructions, disconnect terminals (negative first), remove battery, clean tray and terminals, fit new battery, reconnect (positive first), check systems and reset as needed.

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3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Vivaro Mk I 2001-2014 2001-2014 1.9 CDi Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7)), 1.9 CDTi Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7)), 2.0 16V Petrol (F4R-720 (L7)), 2.0 16V Petrol (F4R-820 (H8)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-780 (E7)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-782 (L7)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-784), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (M7)),… Diesel, Petrol
Vivaro Mk II 2015-2019 2015-2019 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-450 (LWU)), 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-450 (LWY)), 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-452 (LQI)), 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-452 (LWY)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-408 (LWX)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-408 (LWZ)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-413 (LWX)) Diesel
Vivaro Mk III 2019-2025 2019-2025 1.5 Turbo D 100 Diesel (DV5RCF (YHT)), 1.5 Turbo D 100 Diesel (DV5RUCD (YHR)), 1.5 Turbo D 120 Diesel (DV5RUC (YHV)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (DV6FCU (BHX)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (DV6FDU (BHS)), 1.6 CDTi Turbo Diesel (DV6FDU (BHV)), 2.0 CDTi 145 Diesel (DW10FDDU (EHS)), 2.0 CDTi 145 Turbo Di… Diesel

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