1. What is the difference between a Conventional Batteries and a Maintenance-Free Batteries?
2. How do I maintain / service my battery?Clean the terminal and vent plugs if required. A clogged vent plug can caused an explosion. Check the water leel of each cell and fill. Always used distilled water free of ions or other chemical. The contaminated water could drastically reduce the battery life and power. Do not fill over or acid may flow over and spill on to your car. Sulfuric acid attacks your car paint and any other metal parts. 3. What should I consider when I buying a battery?SIZE: what are the dimensions of your original battery? 4. My battery is new, how do I prevent it from going "flat"?
The radio, electrical items and all head lights must be switched off when the engine is not running. Check the alternator regularly. A faulty or loose alternator belt cannot efficiently charge the battery. The wiring system is not functioning properly. Any short circuit will drain the battery. 5. How do I Know when I need to replace my battery?Warnings that a battery may need replacing or that the electrical system needs checking include: |