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Genesis battery replacement in Khalifa City

Genesis battery replacement is done at your villa, tower basement or office in Khalifa City, 24 hours a day. On the G70, G80, G90, GV70 and GV80 the battery is an AGM mounted at the back of the car, so it has to be replaced with the same type and vented properly.

  • 20-35 min arrival
  • Upto 24 months warranty
  • Free delivery and fitting
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Models we cover
6
Battery registration
Most models need no coding. Settings are kept with a memory saver.
Start-stop
Common on recent models, which need an AGM or EFB battery.
Fitting time
15 to 30 minutes at your car

Genesis at a glance

Models we cover
6
Battery registration
Most models need no coding. Settings are kept with a memory saver.
Start-stop
Common on recent models, which need an AGM or EFB battery.
Fitting time
15 to 30 minutes at your car

What battery a Genesis takes

Genesis fits AGM batteries across its rear-drive range and mounts them in the boot or under the luggage floor, away from engine heat. A battery sensor on the negative terminal reports state of charge to the alternator management system, and idle stop and go uses that reading to decide when it may work. The electric GV60 and the Electrified models still carry a small 12 volt battery for the computers and door locks. Because the battery sits inside the body, it must be a sealed AGM with its vent tube connected.

Common Genesis battery sizes

Genesis uses DIN sizes in AGM: typically H6 (70 Ah) or H7 (80 Ah) on the G70 and GV70, and H7 or H8 (80-95 Ah) on the G80, GV80 and G90. Capacity changes with engine and options, so we check the old label or the VIN first.

Technician's note on Genesis batteries

Do not accept a flooded battery in the boot of a Genesis. It gasses into the cabin space and the charging system is tuned for AGM. After replacement, leave the car locked and undisturbed for a few hours when you can, so the sensor learns the new battery.

Genesis models we fit batteries to

Choose your Genesis model for the battery type, fitment notes and the brands we carry for it. 6 models listed.

Genesis battery fitment by model

Typical batteries for the Genesis models we see most in Abu Dhabi. The exact one is confirmed from the label on your old battery or from the VIN before the technician sets off.

Genesis battery fitment by model
ModelTypical batteryGood to know
Genesis G80H7 or H8 AGM, 80-95 AhIn the boot behind the trim; jump terminals are under the bonnet.
Genesis GV80H7 or H8 AGM, 80-95 AhUnder the luggage floor, so an empty boot helps when we arrive.
Genesis G70H6 or H7 AGM, 70-80 AhBoot-mounted under the floor panel, with the vent tube refitted every time.
Genesis GV70H7 AGM, about 80 AhRear-mounted like the GV80; the 2.5 turbo has idle stop and go.
Genesis G90H8 AGM, about 95 AhFlagship saloon whose soft-close doors and rear seat electrics rely on a healthy battery.
Genesis GV60Small 12V auxiliary batteryElectric car; if the 12V goes flat it will not switch to Ready, and we can wake it on site.

What our technician does differently on a Genesis

  • We always reconnect the vent tube on boot-mounted AGM batteries.
  • The battery sensor recalibrates while the car rests locked for a few hours, and we explain what to expect during the first day.
  • When the boot will not open on a dead car, we power it from the jump terminal under the bonnet to release the lid.
  • Memory power is maintained so seat, mirror, head-up display and driver profile settings stay in place.

Signs your Genesis battery is failing

  • The idle stop and go indicator stays amber and the engine never stops at lights.
  • A battery discharge warning appears on the cluster after you sit with the ignition on and the engine off.
  • Soft-close doors, the power boot or the electric steering column move slowly.
  • The start button brings up accessory mode and a click, with no crank.

Genesis owners in Khalifa City

Genesis saloons are a familiar sight at Abu Dhabi Golf Club and in the covered car parks of Khalifa City offices, where they sit cool but idle for most of the day. Shade helps battery life, but a car that only covers the short hop from Al Forsan to the office still needs a longer drive now and again.

Most models need no coding. Settings are kept with a memory saver.

Genesis battery questions

Where is the battery on a Genesis G80?

In the boot, behind the trim panel. We replace it there and reconnect the vent tube. If the car is completely dead and the boot is shut, we power it from the terminal under the bonnet to open the lid.

Does a Genesis need battery registration?

No scan-tool coding is needed on most Genesis models. The battery sensor recalibrates by itself once the car has rested locked for several hours. Idle stop and go may stay off until that has happened, which is normal.

Can you fit a Hyundai Mobis battery to my Genesis?

Yes, we stock Hyundai Mobis AGM batteries, from the Hyundai group's own parts company. Solite, Hankook and Varta AGM are the alternatives we carry in the same sizes. We tell you what is available with the quote on WhatsApp.

My GV80 battery died after two weeks parked. Is that normal?

No, a healthy AGM should survive two weeks of parking. It points to an ageing battery or to something keeping the car awake, such as a dash cam or a key left nearby. We test the battery and measure the standby drain to find out which.

Does the electric Genesis GV60 have a 12 volt battery?

Yes, it has a small 12 volt battery that runs the locks, screens and control units. If it goes flat the car will not switch on, even with a charged main pack. We can test it and get the car into Ready at your location.

You20-35 min

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Tell us the car and share your location. A technician sets off with the right battery, usually arriving in 20-35 minutes.

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