clocks reset on start up

[cpcrampton]

can any one help? i think it may be my battery. as i start my car the clocks reset ie trip millage mpg etc . its only been the last couple of mornings. the car starts no problem though

 

[DrR]

Battery, loads of threads on this.

 

[yellowbelly]

Use 'SEARCH' - i asked the exact same question recently and could easily have got my answer if i had just searched.

Trip readings resetting dayly = Battery on it's last legs basically.

Whacked a new one in mine and it's fine now.

 

[Chrisjk]

I've got the same issue, would people recommend a bosch over a generic replacement, from these guys
http://www.carbatteriesonline.co.uk/car-batteries.php?carmodel=Clio&Submit2=Select&carmake2=RENAULT

 

[yellowbelly]

i bought one from a local motor factors for just under 40 bucks

 

[cpcrampton]

Thanks guys , I was searching must of been entering the wrong key words.

 

[Peperami]

Be careful with the cold weather, as you'll be starting the car and get nothing if you try and put off changing it!

 

[realnumber 1]

Use 'SEARCH' - i asked the exact same question recently and could easily have got my answer if i had just searched.

Trip readings resetting dayly = Battery on it's last legs basically.

Whacked a new one in mine and it's fine now.

Mine did that for 20 months before giving up lol.

 

[Higgy]

Mine has also been doing this since the weather has been getting cold (if temp sensor is generally below 7 deg).

If I turn the ignition on and check the trip/MPG it is there. Once the engine starts the values reset?

I wonder if auto headlights might cause additional power drain. I am not sure if they come on instantly the engine starts? Drain from HID ?

I read lots of posts on this. Some people changed their battery and it still happenes?! Bloke near me who works at Renault dealer on electrics said buy a new instrument module !

The engine starts so strong though? I've got the jump leads in the boot and am currently resisting buying a new battery.

Higgy.