Do batteries normally last this long?
2007-02-10 01:09:40 · 11 answers · asked by brian t 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
The lifespan of a lead-acid battery depends very much on how it is used. Car batteries are constructed differently from deep-cycle or "leisure" batteries, which have thicker plates for heavier duty and deeper discharge. The killer of car batteries is allowing them to discharge fully. Even a leisure battery should not be allowed to drop below 50% charge; a car battery 30%. You presumably use the car regularly and don't make a lot of short journeys, and the charging system is in good order. Eight years is unusual, but given that you treat the battery well, not unheard-of.
2007-02-10 01:21:59 · answer #1 · answered by Michael B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not unusual for a Toyota but it would be unheard of for a Honda... Even though Honda makes good cars, they are notorious for including batteries that fail within the first 2 to 3 years....
2016-05-24 23:47:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its possible. I have seen batteries over 10 years old. If you live in a mild climate, that will help extend battery life.
Most batteries in New England last about 5 years.
2007-02-10 01:15:18 · answer #3 · answered by R1volta 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on usage and loading yes, but the average service live for a battery is around 5 years. It may be worth having your battery checked for capacity with the cold weather.
2007-02-10 01:19:47 · answer #4 · answered by Ian B 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not unheard of. If the car is used for a decent mileage every day the battery will always be fine. My Corolla's done 90k on it's battery.
2007-02-10 03:26:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Batteries normally last from 3-5 yrs,depending on climate conditions, vehicle maintenance, brand or type, and luck..And you have the luck...keep up the prayers....
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2007-02-10 01:21:14 · answer #6 · answered by bartender101dd 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's quite possible, if you have been running the car regularly, so it keeps its charge, and on a service, the garage keeps the fluid topped up - then sure, it's possible. Believe me, you'd know if it wasn't working properly...
2007-02-10 01:14:25 · answer #7 · answered by cuddles_gb 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that is a good life, probably exceptional. i would replace it soon before it lets you down. i get new ones after about 6 years just to be safe
2007-02-10 01:14:53 · answer #8 · answered by hdwasp59 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
obvious yes. But the neat thing about your car it's worth about 8k in parts.
2007-02-10 01:16:49 · answer #9 · answered by jeff0264 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes if you garage it in the cold
nights but it might be starting
to break down in this whether
you are yousing more power
i.e wipers/heater/lights and so on
2007-02-10 01:25:15 · answer #10 · answered by S Csparky 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋