What happens if you put a higher CCA battery in a car?

Overall, a higher CCA battery can be more reliable and last longer. CCA decreases over time due to charge loss and other factors. Choosing a higher CCA battery can mean you have to replace it less often. It also means that your car will start reliably in colder temperatures.

Can I replace car battery with higher CCA?

Yes as long as it is of the same group size. Most new car don;t give you the room to put a larger battery in. When i replace one of my batteries a always go with the highest CCA battery in that group size. You can, usually batteries are bigger for higher CCA if the same technology is used on both.

How many cold cranking amps is good for a car battery?

A rule of thumb says a vehicle’s battery should have a CCA rating equal to or greater than engine displacement in cubic inches. A battery with a 280 CCA rating would be more than adequate for a 135 cubic inch four-cylinder engine but not big enough for a 350 cubic inch V8.

Can you have too much 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.

Can you put too big of a battery in a car?

As long as the battery will physically fit in the battery box, the cables connect and the hold down hardware can be made to fit you will be fine. Larger batteries have more reserve capacity.

Does CCA matter in hot weather?

CCA’s are important, but they are not the best measure for warmer or Australian conditions. They are the ratings used by the battery industry to define a new batteries ability to start an engine in extremely cold temperatures and such are more relevant for the North American and European markets.

Do higher CCA batteries last longer?

Batteries with Higher CCA ratings also tend to be larger. They will still work in your car but may not fit in the battery tray. Overall, a higher CCA battery can be more reliable and last longer.

What is the CCA rating of a car battery?

When car batteries are new, they have a quoted cold cranking amp (CCA) rating. This figure is usually between about 350 and 900, and gives you an indication of the power of the battery.

When should you replace your car battery?

Generally, a battery needs to be replaced when it is putting out less than 50\% of its CCA rating. The CCA rating, or Cold Cranking Amp rating, can make starting your car in freezing temperatures that much easier. Comparing CCA can help you choose a car battery, but it should not be the only factor that you consider.

When to use CCA on a car?

• CCA is primarily useable when you want to start your car’s engine in a cold environment or under cold temperatures.