Tesla Roadster 12 V Auxiliary Battery Upgrade (From 8 Amp Hours to 12 Amp Hours)
Roadster 2.x models, VIN 501 on up, use a small auxiliary batteryโburied under the front passenger fenderโto power all 12-volt electronics. A Tesla retrofit from the 1.5 series Roadsters which used two of eleven battery sheets to supply 12 Volts causing premature sheet failure.ย The solution was 12 Volt support from a battery.ย This battery should be replaced every couple of years.
Our upgraded unit increases capacity to 12 Ah (vs. the typical 8 Ah motorcycle battery) and is engineered specifically for electronic applications (no starter motor required).
50% more capacity: 12 Ah vs 8 Ah improves reserve time and system stability.
Better audio performance: extra amperage delivers tighter bass and more authoritative percussion.
Electronics-focused design: optimized for steady 12 V loads rather than starter bursts.
Rapid-connect terminals: kit includes cable set to convert to 1/4โณ Fast-On Tabs.
Lithium Ion Available: a Lithium Ion battery is also available as a further upgrade with 1/4โณ Fast-On Tabs.
Specifications
Parameter
Value
Nominal Voltage
12 V DC
Capacity
12 Ah (upgrade from 8 Ah)
Application
Auxiliary/12-V electronics (no starter motor)
Terminals
1/4โณ Fast-On (with included conversion cable kit)