How often should the battery in my 2002 Buick LeSabre Custom be replaced?

Are there any signs that I should look for that would tell me it's time to look at replacing the battery?How often should the battery in my 2002 Buick LeSabre Custom be replaced?An alternator that's not charging between 13.5 - 14.0 volts with the engine running needs replacement. An working alternator does not prevent an otherwise good battery from holding a charge.



As a rule, car manufactures don't put the best high quality batteries in new cars. If your battery is an original it'll say AC-Delco on it. There are two grades of AC-Delco batteries. The better ones say AC-Delco Professional on the top and sides. They are made in the USA instead of Mexico and have more cold cranking amps @ 0 degrees Farenheit.



The best way to learn if your present battery is on its last legs is to have an inexpensive *load test done on your present battery to see what its reserve capacity is.How often should the battery in my 2002 Buick LeSabre Custom be replaced?
Batteries in a majority of vehicles typically last for 4-6 years , some will last up to 10. If your vehicle isn't starting without a jump , then its time to look into a new battery, but also have the alternator checked too. a bad alternator will cause a battery to not hold a charge.How often should the battery in my 2002 Buick LeSabre Custom be replaced?Battery in my 2001 lesabre lasted till January 09, so with winter coming up I'd get a new one. I paid $110 or so for a OEM. Being that its under the back seat there is some venting hose involved.How often should the battery in my 2002 Buick LeSabre Custom be replaced?
suggest you have your electrical system checked by an auto electrician but if it is the original battery it woll most likely need replacing and could also cause problems with the alternatorHow often should the battery in my 2002 Buick LeSabre Custom be replaced?Yes there is. Even your not a mechanic you can do this. If you drive your car every day, you can notice and feel how it turn to start. If it feels like its weak to start, thats one sign of failing battery. Battery life in a dealer requires to change battery every 2 to 3 years. But battery life depends on the quality of battery and the condition of your car's alternator. It could last 5 years or more. Lastly, a battery life depends on the owner, how he take care and uses his battery. Hope this helps!