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Compiled automatically from service literature and owner experience. Specs are for the typical configuration — check them against your exact car before you start.

Daihatsu Move (5th generation, LA100): Battery Replacement

The battery on the Move LA100 is located in the engine compartment and can be replaced with ordinary hand tools. The key points are to disconnect the terminals in the correct order, not to reverse the polarity, and to use a battery of the same type as the original (especially on Idling Stop versions). Exact tightening torques for this model were not found in publicly available sources, so the values below are approximate guidelines.

Difficulty: Easy Time: 15-30 minutes Steps: 16 Tools: 10 mm wrench or socket (terminals), 12 mm or 13 mm socket with extension (hold-down bracket, size depends on trim), small screwdriver, wire brush or sandpaper for terminals, gloves and safety glasses, terminal protectant (silicone or lithium grease)

Part

  • 🔩 Japanese-format battery (B19/B20 size or equivalent for kei cars). For the Move LA100 with the KF-VE engine and the Idling Stop system on some trims, a special Idling Stop battery is required (for example, M-42 type or equivalent). Without Idling Stop, a standard small-size battery of about 30-40 Ah will work. Check the size, polarity and type against the installed battery and fit the same type

Step by step

16 steps
  1. Turn off the engine, switch off all electrical loads, remove the key and wait 1-2 minutes. Open the hood and locate the battery (usually near the front of the engine compartment, next to the relay box and the air filter).
  2. Take a photo of the battery position, polarity and wire routing. Note where the positive and negative terminals are.
  3. If the audio system has an anti-theft code, find out the code beforehand. Clock and radio settings may reset after disconnecting the battery.
  4. Remove the plastic cover or protective boot from the positive terminal, if present.
  5. Loosen the nut on the NEGATIVE terminal (black cable, minus sign) with a 10 mm wrench, remove the terminal and move it aside so that it does not touch the battery.
  6. Now remove the POSITIVE terminal (red cable) the same way.
  7. Remove the fasteners of the battery hold-down bracket (or frame). Do not drop nuts or bolts into the lower areas of the compartment.
  8. Carefully lift the battery out vertically, holding it with both hands. It is small, but it contains acid, so do not tilt it.
  9. Clean the battery tray and the terminal clamps of corrosion and dirt, rinse with a baking soda solution if needed, and wipe dry.
  10. Place the new battery in position and make sure the polarity matches the old one and the terminals face the correct direction.
  11. Secure the hold-down bracket. Tighten it moderately; the battery must not move. Do not overtighten, to avoid damaging the case.
  12. First connect and tighten the POSITIVE terminal, then the NEGATIVE terminal. The terminal tightening torque is usually low, about 5-8 N·m (4-6 lb-ft). Tighten until the terminal no longer turns on the post, without excessive force.
  13. Apply a thin layer of protective grease to the terminals and refit the protective covers.
  14. Start the engine and check that the instruments work. After the power has been disconnected, the idle speed may be unstable for a while, which is normal. Let the engine idle for a few minutes and take a short drive.
  15. On Idling Stop versions, the system may not shut off the engine at stops for some time, until the new battery is charged and recognized by the control unit. This is normal behavior.
  16. Take the old battery to a recycling point or battery retailer. Do not throw it out with household waste.

Common mistakes and warnings

  • Always disconnect the negative terminal first and connect it last, otherwise a short circuit is possible if a wrench touches the body. Keep sparks and open flames away from the battery (it releases flammable hydrogen). Wear gloves and safety glasses. Do not install a standard battery in place of a special Idling Stop battery; it will shorten the battery's life and may disrupt the system. If you are unsure of the battery type, compare the markings with the old one.