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Must the Car Battery Be Replaced After Being Drained?

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JulianaAnn

07/29/25 9:14pm

If the car battery has only been drained once and has been in use for no more than 2 years, it can be fully recharged and continue to be used without replacement. However, if the battery has been drained multiple times or has been in use for over 3 years, it is advisable to consider replacing it with a new one. Here is some relevant information about car batteries: 1. Generally, replacement car batteries have a lifespan of 2-3 years, while the original battery in a new car can last more than 3 years. 2. Draining a car battery can cause sulfation. Severe discharge may even render the battery unusable. Battery discharge, also known as deep discharge, occurs when the voltage drops below 10.50V, leading to the formation of lead sulfate from sulfuric acid and lead plates. If not recharged promptly, the lead sulfate will crystallize. Over time, these crystals will no longer decompose during recharging, a condition known as battery sulfation. 3. After a car battery is drained, it should be recharged immediately using a battery charger. If a regular charger fails to recharge it, a repair device with high-resistance repair must be used to raise the voltage above 10V before charging can proceed.

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