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What does CCA mean?
CCA stands for Cold Cranking Amps and is the recognised industry standard for rating a battery's cranking performance. The number of plates was once used as the measure for rating batteries, however CCA is now the industry standard.
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Why is it important to check my car battery?
Your car battery may look good on the outside, but what’s going on the inside it can be a different story. If your battery is feeling sluggish to start or you can see any visible wear, this can indicate you may need a new battery. We recommend having your battery checked and tested by a professional.
Always remember to turn off all lights before you leave your car.
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When do I need to replace my car battery?
Many times the first hint of a battery problem shows up during the starting process.
If the car battery is too weak to provide a sufficient voltage to the starter, you'll hear a distinctive clicking sound and the engine won't crank over. This clicking indicates that the battery is not fully charged.
AA Battery Service can perform a battery test to determine if the battery needs to be replaced. Sometimes a faulty alternator will be the culprit, but other times the test will reveal a weak battery not capable of holding a charge. This means the battery must be replaced.
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What is sulphation in car batteries?
Sulphation is the chemical reaction between the sulphuric acid and the lead plates within a battery. When a battery discharges, ‘sulphate’ crystals form on the plates, which reduces the battery’s capacity. Batteries kept in a poor state of charge will form ‘hard’ sulphation – this causes permanent damage and can void your warranty. To reduce sulphation, fully recharge the battery as soon as possible.
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Why do some car batteries need to be registered?
Some vehicles are equipped with a Battery Management Systems (BMS) which requires new batteries to be registered with the system. In most instances, AA Battery Service technicians will perform this registration on applicable vehicles.
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What should I do if my battery is diagnosed as flat (discharged)?
Normal driving will not restore the battery to a reliable level of charge. Instead, it should be recharged using a suitable multistage battery charger – and allow up to 48 hours for a flat battery to recharge.
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2024 MG3 Review
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What is an Amp Hour (Ah) rating?
The Amp Hour (Ah) rating is a way of describing a battery's capacity. It describes the capacity of a battery based on a discharge period of 20 hours.
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Ziplining in Kaikōura
https://www.aa.co.nz/membership/aa-directions/traveller/ziplining-in-kaikoura/
As I stand on the edge of the platform, strapped into a harness, the breeze whips past me with a hint of ocean salt in the air.
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The best South Island hot pools
https://www.aa.co.nz/membership/aa-directions/traveller/the-best-south-island-hot-pools/
From the serene to the thrilling, Te Waipounamu is blessed with an abundance of hot springs.