{"id":107635,"date":"2024-06-05T04:11:51","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T11:11:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=107635"},"modified":"2024-06-24T16:06:10","modified_gmt":"2024-06-24T23:06:10","slug":"refurbished-car-batteries-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/refurbished-car-batteries-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Refurbished Car Batteries: What You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_4d3c94-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_4d3c94-1e qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-a116eb  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-841dbc\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_ddf8bb-23\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>As a battery ages, it begins to discharge in a chemical process called sulfation. A discharged battery takes longer to charge, retains less charge, and loses charge faster. A refurbished car battery is an older car battery that&rsquo;s been revived from this sad state.<\/li><li>Refurbished car batteries are cheaper than brand-new car batteries, have a smaller environmental impact than regularly replacing your car battery with a new one, and they&rsquo;re more readily available for vintage vehicles.<\/li><li>While refurbished car batteries have longer lives overall, their lifespan between charges is shorter than the lifespan of a brand new battery. If you don&rsquo;t buy from a trusted refurbishing store, you might also end up with a battery with a damaged casing.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/battery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"new battery\">new battery<\/a> can be quite pricey, which is why many drivers are now considering installing refurbished car batteries instead. But are these batteries safe to use? Let&rsquo;s take a look at&nbsp; refurbished car batteries and their benefits and drawbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Caution:<\/em><\/strong><em> Always wear eye protection whenever you&rsquo;re working around any car battery.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Refurbished Car Batteries?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a battery ages, it begins to discharge in a chemical process called sulfation. Sulfate crystals start to form around the battery plates, and the battery begins to take longer to charge, retain less charge, and lose charge faster.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_addfff-64 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_addfff-64 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_addfff-64 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_addfff-64 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_addfff-64 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_addfff-64 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_addfff-64 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_addfff-64{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_addfff-64 > 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.kb-image_a809d4-23 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:45px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image_a809d4-23.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image_a809d4-23 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image_a809d4-23 figure{max-width:45px;}.kb-image_a809d4-23 .image-is-svg, .kb-image_a809d4-23 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image_a809d4-23 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_a809d4-23\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,dpr_auto,q_auto,c_pad\/carparts\/blog\/widgets\/protip\/services-icon\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-2 kadence-column_bd26a2-a0 pro-tip-item2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\nWhen fast charging (if you have a fast charger, which can be expensive), if the charge voltage goes above 15.6 volts after about 3 minutes, the battery is sulfated.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/my-car-wont-start-what-should-i-do\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"ueb0a6725a3fa25e0ee20e89ad9198caa\"><style> .ueb0a6725a3fa25e0ee20e89ad9198caa { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .ueb0a6725a3fa25e0ee20e89ad9198caa:active, .ueb0a6725a3fa25e0ee20e89ad9198caa:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .ueb0a6725a3fa25e0ee20e89ad9198caa { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .ueb0a6725a3fa25e0ee20e89ad9198caa .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .ueb0a6725a3fa25e0ee20e89ad9198caa .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .ueb0a6725a3fa25e0ee20e89ad9198caa:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">Why Won&rsquo;t My Car Start?<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A refurbished car battery is an older car battery that has hopefully been de-sulfated to an extent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Refurbishing a car battery, also known as reconditioning a car battery, clears away the sulfate crystals while also replenishing the battery&rsquo;s electrolyte solution. This process rejuvenates the battery, returning it to peak efficiency. Refurbishing a car battery can be done at home, but you need some specialized tools, protective gear, and some household items like baking soda and epsom salt. It&rsquo;s a time-consuming process that involves cleaning the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-tell-positive-and-negative-terminals-on-a-car-battery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"battery terminals\">battery terminals<\/a> and battery cells, formulating a new battery cell solution, and replacing the old cell solution with the new cell solution. Refurbishing a battery can extend its lifespan past the usual three to five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, if you aren&rsquo;t confident in your DIY skills, it&rsquo;s best to bring the discharged battery to a battery refurbishing store or leave the refurbishing to a trusted mechanic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/the-starting-system\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"u9950ecaee4609cc4cf8ad88b5896dd10\"><style> .u9950ecaee4609cc4cf8ad88b5896dd10 { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .u9950ecaee4609cc4cf8ad88b5896dd10:active, .u9950ecaee4609cc4cf8ad88b5896dd10:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .u9950ecaee4609cc4cf8ad88b5896dd10 { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .u9950ecaee4609cc4cf8ad88b5896dd10 .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .u9950ecaee4609cc4cf8ad88b5896dd10 .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .u9950ecaee4609cc4cf8ad88b5896dd10:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">The Starting System<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits and Drawbacks of Refurbished Batteries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So if old batteries are as good as new ones once refurbished, why doesn&rsquo;t everyone refurbish their old car batteries? Here are the benefits and drawbacks of refurbished batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First of all, a professionally refurbished car battery can last longer than a new battery in the long run. Refurbishing a battery means resetting the clock in a way. Instead of throwing out your car battery every time it dies, you can keep bringing it to a professional recharge station. As expected, this has a positive impact on the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Refurbished car batteries are also cheaper than new batteries. Plus, if you have a more vintage vehicle, it might be easier to find a refurbished battery that fits instead of a brand-new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drawbacks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now for the drawbacks. While refurbished car batteries have longer lives overall, their lifespan between charges is shorter than the lifespan of a brand new battery. If you don&rsquo;t buy from a trusted refurbishing store, you might also end up with a battery with a damaged casing. This is dangerous, as battery fluid can leak out of a damaged casing, leading to further car damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should You Make or Use Refurbished Batteries?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The question of whether you should use refurbished batteries or not is a bit controversial. Some say the reduced environmental impact is worth it, while others claim that it&rsquo;s too risky. There are a few situations when you absolutely should not refurbish a car battery, including the following examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you or the car battery refurbishing store doesn&rsquo;t have the right tools<\/li><li>When the battery&rsquo;s already been refurbished or reconditioned three or more times<\/li><li>When the battery&rsquo;s damaged<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-happens-when-the-starter-solenoid-goes-bad\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"ua58bbb10566a07cc37daaf5e389002f8\"><style> .ua58bbb10566a07cc37daaf5e389002f8 { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .ua58bbb10566a07cc37daaf5e389002f8:active, .ua58bbb10566a07cc37daaf5e389002f8:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .ua58bbb10566a07cc37daaf5e389002f8 { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .ua58bbb10566a07cc37daaf5e389002f8 .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .ua58bbb10566a07cc37daaf5e389002f8 .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .ua58bbb10566a07cc37daaf5e389002f8:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">Bad Starter Solenoid Symptoms<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Refurbishing a battery under these circumstances is simply not a good idea. Have a trusted battery refurbishing store refurbish your battery when it&rsquo;s only able to retain 60% to 70% of its charge. They&rsquo;ll be able to tell if the battery is salvageable or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the end, it&rsquo;s up to you whether or not you&rsquo;re willing to use a refurbished battery. It will save you money and help reduce the environmental impact from car batteries. But these refurbished batteries do have their drawbacks. Be sure to only buy from a trusted refurbishing store so that the risks are much lower. 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