Tips To Choose Car Batteries

When you want to buy a new car battery you should consider the following tips:

• The size of the battery because it needs to fit in your car’s battery tray.

• The ratings of the battery. If you live in a cold climate country, select a higher cold cranking amps rating. The cold cranking amps rating represent the vehicle’s ability to work in colder temperatures. This isn’t important in a warmer climate. The reserve capacity rating is also important. It indicates the vehicle’s ability to operate should the fan belt or alternator fail. The higher the rating, the longer the operating time, but consult your owner’s manual or ask your mechanic to find out how much your particular vehicle can handle.

• Buy branded battery because you don’t try to save money by buying an inexpensive brand and then run the risk of being stranded if it dies on you.

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October 29, 2006 by Admin 
Filed Under: Maintenance, Other Categories
Tagged: battery, Maintenance, Other Categories, repair, Repair-and-Maintenance, tips