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| FAQ's |
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| How does a battery work? |
| A battery stores energy in chemical form that can be released on demand as electricity. This electrical power is used by the cars ignition system for cranking the engine. The car's battery also may power the lights and other accessories. Should the alternator belt fail, the battery might also need to power the vehicle's entire electrical system for a short period of time |
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| What should I consider when buying a battery? |
| Refer to application chart. |
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| When I am replacing my battery or cleaning the terminals, why is it important to remove the ground wire first? |
| Before you start, always check the type of grounding system the vehicle has. If you remove the positive connector first in a negative ground system, you risk the chance of creating a spark. That could happen if the metal tool you're using to remove the positive terminal connector comes in contact with any piece of metal on the car. If you are working near the battery when this occurs, it might create an ignition source that could cause the battery to explode. It's extremely important to remove the ground source first. |
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| What MCA or CA rates? |
| This is a rating used to describe the discharge load in amperes which a new, fully charged battery at 32 degrees F (0C), can continuously deliver for 30 seconds and maintain a terminal voltage equal or greater than 1.2 volts per cell. It is sometimes referred to as Marine Cranking Amps or Cranking Amps. |
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| What can excessive heat do to battery? |
| Hot temperatures will deteriorate a battery's life quicker by evaporating the water from the electrolyte, and corroding and weakening the positive grids. |
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| When my vehicle won’t start how do I know for sure if my battery needs to be replaced? |
| Many other problems can keep a vehicle from starting, so you need to do some troubleshooting. Powerzone Retail stores that sell batteries & host of other products will often do battery testing and give you a feedback on the condition of your battery. |
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