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Originally Posted by Poppyboy
Before buying a new battery, it's good to know the factors leading to the battery discharging. Did the car sit in cold weather for a lengthy period of time? Despite the injustice, I've read that a battery maintainer should be used in these instances. I use a CTEK when I'm away for 5+ days. Is the battery more than 4-5 years old? Is the battery newer, get regular use, but still discharge? How many miles are on your car? If its a newer battery with a higher mileage car, it's possible the alternator isn't charging it and needs replacement. Your charging system can be checked by your mechanic. If the battery is simply older, then yes, replacement may be in order, and definitely before winter hits in earnest.
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The car have about 62 000miles, it's the same OEM battery since 2007.
This morning the car didn't want to start, because of midle cold weather... about -18 celsius degrees (it's the first time today more cold than other days)
But my girlsfriend's car can start easy, and my sister's car too.
Of course they have brand new car (2012 and 2010).