Help!!

[Adrian E]

Why can't you get into the boot? Is the lock seized?

[Simon Wallwork]

I can push a key in ok, but it wont turn.

I have all the keys. Two ignition, a service key and a plastic one.

It might well be seized. I never use the key in the boot lock.

There's no vacuum to operate the 3 passenger doors either.

[Adrian E]

Try lubing the lock before going too much further - you should be able to get in with the key to either charge or replace the battery

We've just come back after 2 weeks as well and mine fired up straight away, so prob a duff battery

[Simon Wallwork]

Hi Adrian

Well. lacking a better idea, I put the charger on the terminal to the left of the battery one.

After a bit, the clicking stopped and I was able to unlock the whole car with the remote.

Batt now on charge. I was completely flaaaaaat., thus the relay clicking.

Something must have been left on I think- like you, I've left mine weeks before with no issues. Might be a duff batt'y. Hope not.

[Adrian E]

Good stuff

If it does need a new battery try Euro Car Parts for a Bosch with 5 yr warranty but only buy if you have a discount code for 25% off - pm me if needed and can send you one to try

Other option is TPS just to see what a genuine one could cost - at least we don't have to code batteries to the car lol

[Simon Wallwork]

Thanks.

Strangely, I just tried the car after about two hours of charging.

It cranked, but only for about one second before terminal clicking noises indicated battery exhaustion.

I'll leave it buzzing overnight, but that's not the behaviour of a healthy car battery.

Methinks my batt might be 'Donald Duck'd'

[Simon Wallwork]

After another couple of hours charging (four, total) she burst into life, and is purring like a kitten.

I love these cars.

My S8 make me happy, like no other street car.