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Maintenance-free battery: charge or top up with water?

If you want a powerful battery at all times, "out of sight, out of mind" is not a solution. After all, according to ADAC breakdown statistics, a good 46% of all breakdowns are caused by battery problems. With absolutely maintenance-free batteries, there is no need to check the fluid.

You can read everything you need to know about this topic in our article.
You can also watch the corresponding video here:

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Maintenance = Refill water

Classic batteries lose liquid during normal operation. The electrolyte level must be checked regularly and topped up with distilled water if necessary. This is called maintenance. Modern batteries are designed in such a way that they no longer lose electrolyte.
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Care: Charge the battery regularly

To maintain performance, the magic word is "charging". Only if there is enough charge in the battery can it operate the necessary consumers and, for example, start the vehicle. The uncomplicated solution: recharge the battery twice a year with a suitable charger.
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Correct charging with video and step-by-step instructions.

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Identifying battery problems

Not all battery problems can be rectified by recharging. That's why you should also take a general look at the battery during maintenance. Check the battery box, the position of the terminals and the condition of the poles.
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You can find out everything else about the condition of the battery from the outside and tips on how to prevent premature battery ageing here:

Optical control

Even completely maintenance-free batteries age. With a little care, you can protect your battery from ageing prematurely.

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