eTorque Electrical Questions

[flyer92]

Experienced Jeeper here, awaiting delivery of my 2-door Sport with 3.6L eTorque engine. I have read a lot about this system and other available engines (with and without eTorque), but just curious about the system's discharge rate while parked for days at a time. I know the standard ESS system with aux battery has introduced a variety of problems, including what appears to be a significant battery drain if the vehicle hasn't been driven in awhile. Unlike my old/trusty TJ and CJ-5, I know that all modern vehicles draw some amperage, but it is helpful to understand how long it takes before the electrical system in the 3.6L/eTorque discharges to the point where the vehicle can't be started. Any experience or recommendations?

While we're on the subject, will it harm the eTorque system to use a battery booster to jump a dead battery? I've heard a variety of things about that as well, and of course, my dealer can't tell me anything about it. Appreciate any insight/advice.

Sponsored

 

[Arterius2]

Experienced Jeeper here, awaiting delivery of my 2-door Sport with 3.6L eTorque engine. I have read a lot about this system and other available engines (with and without eTorque), but just curious about the system's discharge rate while parked for days at a time. I know the standard ESS system with aux battery has introduced a variety of problems, including what appears to be a significant battery drain if the vehicle hasn't been driven in awhile. Unlike my old/trusty TJ and CJ-5, I know that all modern vehicles draw some amperage, but it is helpful to understand how long it takes before the electrical system in the 3.6L/eTorque discharges to the point where the vehicle can't be started. Any experience or recommendations?

While we're on the subject, will it harm the eTorque system to use a battery booster to jump a dead battery? I've heard a variety of things about that as well, and of course, my dealer can't tell me anything about it. Appreciate any insight/advice.

As a source of data point for you.
Longest I've been away from my Jeep with 2.0 Etorque was 2 weeks. Started up fine.

Lithium Ion batteries really don't like being fully discharged for an extend amount of time though.

 

[flyer92]

As a source of data point for you.
Longest I've been away from my Jeep with 2.0 Etorque was 2 weeks. Started up fine.

Lithium Ion batteries really don't like being fully discharged for an extend amount of time though.

Thanks, Jerry...very helpful. Agree with your statement about LI batteries too...that was a partial cause of my concern to begin with. Much appreciated.

Sponsored