I guess the problem is they tend to go fast without a lot of warning. I mean that is why so many people have AAA (or some roadside assistance) right?
Of course, we have no idea of the condition of OP's battery.
Unless you look at the manufacture date burned into the side of the case which is not the top date code as a sticker or any other sticker or decal you do not know when the battery was actually manufactured. I might also add that the 5 years only has to do with advertising and how that company adjust warranty. By NO means does it guarantee any length of time a battery will last. There is no Chrystal ball to determine so many variables that can cause a battery to stop supporting the electrical system of a vehicle the only way to keep up on the batteries condition is to have the battery checked at least before winter and before summer. MINIMUM!
There is no Chrystal ball to !
Yes they are ^^^^^^^^^ and with most vehicles with all the on board computers it is only reasonable to have in the DIY tool box.Right.
And you can buy a basic load tester really cheap.
I guess the problem is they tend to go fast without a lot of warning. I mean that is why so many people have AAA (or some roadside assistance) right?
Thanks for the input from everyone, i have a 2013 cx5 but i just installed a new battery a few months ago due to startup problems that turned out to be related to the mass air flow sensor.
Anyway i guess I'll be fine according to all the reports here, i suppose i might disconnect the battery to avoid unnecessary drain, unless anyone knows I'm going to mess something up by disconnecting the battery long term.
You all do know these sit for months unmoved on dealer lots...