Tesla Model 3 vehicles rely on a dedicated 12V auxiliary battery to power essential low-voltage systems independently of the high-voltage traction pack. When this battery degrades, critical functions including door locks, lighting, climate controls, and the central touchscreen can fail — and in some cases the vehicle will not wake or restart. The 85B24LS is the lead-acid auxiliary battery Tesla names in its Model 3 service documentation as the correct low-voltage replacement.
This Atlas-brand 85B24LS matches the original-fitment specification (Tesla part number 1129182-00-B) supplied by AtlasBX / Hankook. It is a deep-cycle flooded lead-acid battery built for the heavy charge/discharge cycling characteristic of Tesla's 12V system, where the DC-DC converter tops the battery up repeatedly even while the car is parked. It operates at 12V with 50Ah capacity at the C20 rate and is a like-for-like replacement requiring no modification.
The battery uses a B24 case measuring 234mm × 127mm × 220mm (L × W × H) and weighs 12kg. Terminal placement is Type 1 with polarity code 0 (positive terminal on the left). Hold-down configuration is B00. CCA, MCA and Watt-Hour figures are not applicable to this auxiliary, deep-cycle role and are not published for this battery.
This battery is backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal operating conditions. Standard delivery: 1–3 working days within UK mainland. 30-day returns.
Why a Tesla 12V auxiliary battery matters
Tesla vehicles carry a 12V battery to power low-voltage systems such as lighting, door locks, climate controls and the touchscreen. This keeps these systems available even when the high-voltage pack is disconnected, and lets Tesla use standardised 12V components. Because the Model 3 cycles this battery far more frequently than a conventional ICE vehicle, fitting a generic starter battery typically results in failure within months — which is why Tesla's own service documentation directs owners to replace it with the same-type 85B24LS.
Key Features:
- The 85B24LS specification Tesla's Model 3 service documentation names as the correct low-voltage replacement
- Atlas -brand (manufactured by AtlasBX / Hankook, the original-fitment supplier to Tesla)
- Deep-cycle flooded lead-acid construction, built for the repeated charge/discharge cycling of a Tesla 12V system
- 12V, 50Ah at the C20 rate — matching the original-fitment specification
- B24 case (234mm × 127mm × 220mm), 12kg, like-for-like replacement requiring no modification
- 1-year manufacturer warranty
Compatibility:
This battery fits Tesla Model 3 vehicles built before 2022, which were factory-equipped with a lead-acid 12V battery. Model 3s built 2022 onwards use a lithium-ion auxiliary battery and require a different replacement. Please verify which type your vehicle has before ordering.
Uses:
- Restores dependable starting for vehicles that need consistent, everyday performance.
- Suited to Flooded Lead-Acid battery applications, delivering steady operation in daily driving conditions.
- Supports stable power delivery for ignition, lighting, and onboard electronics.
- Performs reliably across short trips and longer runs where dependable restarts are essential.
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Fitment Warning:
You must check your current battery against the specifications of this battery before ordering to ensure that this is the correct battery for your vehicle. Check battery technology, dimensions, terminal type, polarity, capacity (AH) and cranking performance (CCA). We cannot guarantee correct fitment under any circumstances.