What is my battery group size?
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What is my battery group size?
If the battery that originally came with your car is still in it, look for the group size on a label on the battery. The label may be on the top or on the side of the case. Group sizes are typically a two-digit number and may be followed with a letter.
What is BCI group size?
This refers to the battery size that will best fit the physical dimensions, terminal locations and type required for your vehicle. The Battery Council International (BCI) assigns numbers and letters for each battery group size. Group size is typically based on your vehicle’s make, model and engine type.
What are battery group numbers?
BCI have defined Group Numbers to categorize differences between various batteries. The grouping is based on the physical dimension of a battery to best fit your vehicles. It has nothing to do with the capacity of the batteries.
Can a car battery be too strong?
The battery capacity won’t impact it at all except taking longer to charge. The vast majority of the alternators output is directed to running the vehicle and any accessories. The charge rate on any battery is well below what the battery is rated for.
Does a bigger battery last longer?
Generally, the larger the battery is, the more capacity it has for energy storage. So even though a big and small battery are both rated at 1.5V, the big battery stores more energy and provides a longer battery life.
Can you have too many CCA in a battery?
In general, one can always exceed the CCA spec. You probably do it on a warm day, with a charged battery. Having more potential current available will not hurt the car’s electrical system.
Will a bigger battery hurt alternator?
Since the alternator wear is usually due to age, the answer is yes, the bigger battery will wear down your alternator more.
Can you put a truck battery in a car?
The vehicle’s electrical system (99% 12 volts) will not operate properly and will damage your car’s electronics and the battery. Although the chances of you buying a different voltage battery are very low. What is this? It won’t fit the space designed to contain the battery.
