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Old 03-06-2010, 01:20 PM
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Default CCA needed to jump start an A4 v6

Hi,

I've been having the problem with my car where my battery gets drained due to the secondary air pump (SAP) staying on all night, so I was thinking about buying a portable jump starter in case I haven't been able to fix the problem.

I was thinking of buying the Duracell Powerpack 300. It can provide 200 CCA (cold cranking amps).

Is 200 CCA enough to start a drained battery for my 2000 A4 Avant V6 2.8?

Thanks!

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Wouldn't it be easier and better just to fix the car?
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I have had good luck with these but it best to fix the SAP dont you think. Audi's are particulurly bad on startg issues.
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I have had good luck with these but it best to fix the SAP dont you think. Audi's are particulurly bad on startg issues.
Working on the fix and it seems to have worked for a day, but I don't want to get caught unable to start the car if it starts acting up again.

Have you had specific experience with the Duracell Powerpack 300 and your Audi? I'm wondering if it will be enough to start up the 6 cylinder.
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Originally Posted by bruchu
Working on the fix and it seems to have worked for a day, but I don't want to get caught unable to start the car if it starts acting up again.

Have you had specific experience with the Duracell Powerpack 300 and your Audi? I'm wondering if it will be enough to start up the 6 cylinder.
My portable jump starter is a different brand but has the same rating. It will start my 3.0L V6 Domestic truck and our 2003 A4 with no problems.
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