5th & 6th Generation (2002-2006 & 2007-2011)Toyota Camry Discussion for years: 2002-2006 & 2007-2011
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Buy the recommended battery from a major auto parts chain and hold on to your receipt. Most will install for free. By buying from a nationwide chain, you have a warranty wherever you travel,,, just in case you ever need it. Batteries are relatively trouble free items for at least 3 years.
I would stick to Toyota OE batteries. I had Energizer on my '00 Corolla, and it seems kinda weak. Sometimes my horn will not work, and sounds weak. But when the engine is runnning, it sounds normal.
When installing it, make sure you pay attention to the position of the bracket (that 1 metal piece that holds the battery), screws, etc. before removing it. Sometimes it's a bit tricky when reinstalling the bracket, also remember to tighten every screws, especially the connectors.
I would stick to Toyota OE batteries. I had Energizer on my '00 Corolla, and it seems kinda weak. Sometimes my horn will not work, and sounds weak. But when the engine is runnning, it sounds normal.
When installing it, make sure you pay attention to the position of the bracket (that 1 metal piece that holds the battery), screws, etc. before removing it. Sometimes it's a bit tricky when reinstalling the bracket, also remember to tighten every screws, especially the connectors.
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LOL.. it was recommended by TRD to remove the negative only. Somehow that doesn't cause things to get reset. It goes against my logic and I haven't tried it yet so can't say but it shouldn't hurt anything.
Camry GT-R, I think your problem is you installed a battery with a lower CCA (cold cranking amp). Bigger engine require higher CCA battery to turn it. They also have the CA rating but usually that info is almost useless.
Once the engine start, it is your alternator that take over and the battery go into charging state. Of cause for long trip, the battery almost constantly get over charge but they design to withstand that (unlike most other batteries).
Once, a coworker even demonstrate it to me by start up his car and disconnect one of the battery terminal to show me. The engine kept running with one of the terminal disconnect.
LOL.. it was recommended by TRD to remove the negative only. Somehow that doesn't cause things to get reset. It goes against my logic and I haven't tried it yet so can't say but it shouldn't hurt anything.
Camry GT-R, I think your problem is you installed a battery with a lower CCA (cold cranking amp). Bigger engine require higher CCA battery to turn it. They also have the CA rating but usually that info is almost useless.
Once the engine start, it is your alternator that take over and the battery go into charging state. Of cause for long trip, the battery almost constantly get over charge but they design to withstand that (unlike most other batteries).
Once, a coworker even demonstrate it to me by start up his car and disconnect one of the battery terminal to show me. The engine kept running with one of the terminal disconnect.
At first, I got confused with the positive and negative, I installed it the wrong way... And it almost blew up my engine bay.
go with Toyota OE batteries. At my dealer a few months ago i overheard a technician talking to a customer telling her that the battery that came with her 13 year old corolla was still in there and still ruining strong.
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I would go for the Optima Red/Yellow top battery when its time to replace my stock battery. Heat exposure is often the main killer of batteries, followed by vibration and maybe low fluid levels? I have been told by reputable techs that in Florida the life of batteries is 3 years max because of the temps year round.
You can spend a fortune on a very nice battery and have it fail in short order or buy the cheapest piece of crap and have it work for years. I had an OEM battery fail in 3 months. My wife's Rav4 had her's fail just 14 months after she bought the car. Best I've seen was an OEM on a Ford that lasted 8 years. Just get a battery at WalMart, Pep Boys, or similar, clean the terminals, grease them a little when finished to slow oxidation, and let it run.
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I will add, it comes down to personal preference and what you are trying to achieve. Example: if you are installing a competition sound system, go for the yellow/red top.
Once the engine start, it is your alternator that take over and the battery go into charging state. Of cause for long trip, the battery almost constantly get over charge but they design to withstand that (unlike most other batteries).
Once, a coworker even demonstrate it to me by start up his car and disconnect one of the battery terminal to show me. The engine kept running with one of the terminal disconnect.
MY MY MY...
This is a GREAT way to fry your alternator - or worse. You should never disconnect a cable with the engine running. Also batteries do not constantly overcharge. The alternator contains a regulator that keeps output within a specified range. The misinformation is really flying high on the site tonight.
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