Tzarof smurfs Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 I have a 2006 LGT that I got back in Oct of 2006. I was wondering how long the OEM battery could be expected to remain reliable before it should be replaced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puckman Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 Curious myself. Same got my car the same time as you and I've been wondering that for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tzarof smurfs Posted March 28, 2009 Author Share Posted March 28, 2009 I have found in the past that a battery lasts so many months, + or - minus 2-3 months. Also, I have had better luck with OEM batteries than aftermarket batteries. I have a '92 Q-45 that will go thru aftermarket batteries every 2 years while the OEM lasts 4 years (bought new, learned the hard way) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mars_volta Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 Still on my original. And I agree that OEM batteries are MUCH better than aftermarket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NutBucket Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 Still running OEM here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fischer881 Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 Is there any price difference between OEM and after market that you have noticed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tzarof smurfs Posted March 28, 2009 Author Share Posted March 28, 2009 OEM costs a little more vs aftermarket batteries. Since they last longer the OEM battery are cheaper over the life of the battery. For me the cost is not the primary issue, I do not like to be stranded with a dead battery, which is why I try to replace them BEFORE they give it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users LieutenantDan Posted March 28, 2009 Mega Users Share Posted March 28, 2009 Still have my original at 82,xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesuby Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 I'm on the original from November 2004, 60,000 miles and car is kept outdoors. No issues yet, but it wouldn't surprise me if it goes after some intense heat this summer or the first cold spell in the coming winter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneskiian Posted March 28, 2009 Share Posted March 28, 2009 Original here too. Bought in June of '04 and kept outside. 62K on it now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gire Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 I'm running 50 months on my original OEM battery. No issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeleodee Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Still got it. 53K miles. Not original owner here but I can tell it's still original. Seems my experiencefrom other vehicles that about 5 years is the life of a battery. I'll probably replace it later this year before it decides to leave me stranded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilT Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 In previous Subarus, I found that they end to die between 5 and 6 years. That is all going to depend on where you live, and how often you use the car, what type of journeys you do though. Double Award Winning Legacy GT Wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrozenNorthLGT Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Dunno, mine had the OEM in it in when I bought it at 48K....ditched it a week later for a yellow top Optima. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagcars26 Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Still workin fine here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 I just replaced mine a month ago, so 55 months for me... Goin' to Carolina in my mind...and in my car on the 16th! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
__raj Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 On the OEM battery in the LGT which was produced June 2004(purchased July 2005). Also on the OEM battery for my 04 WRX produced 6/2003 and purchased 6/2004. The WRX battery is apparently at 65% whatever that means as a dealer tested it during an oil change for the upsell. Do aftermarket batteries typically last this long too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boosten-n-bluntin Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 2005 with 58000 miles on it and its dead ( was sitting for a while) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbite3360 Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 2005 with 74,000 miles. I decided to finally replace with an optima batter. My OEM battery had been puking acid for some time. Was time to change it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I have an 06 OB XT which I purchased in August 06. I just got back from a nine-day vacation and the battery died while in the airport parking lot. Luckily simple boost got it going again. There was some power in the battery as the dome lights worked, the radio worked and the power door lock worked - but not enough to start the car. I have a few questions: (1) What, if anything, can the dealership do? (2) Has anyone had this problem (non-start after more than week of no driving)? (3) Could this be a problem that is not battery related? If so, what? Thanks for your thoughts, Lou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeislord Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Lou, Any interior lights, partially open doors during that week? Any aftermarket electronics in the car that could have been drawing power? Is the water level low on your battery? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Mine lasted 7 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iyalla Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Do aftermarket batteries typically last this long too? Yes they do if you are knowledgeable when you purchase. When the clerk hands you the battery you must first look it over for any signs of damage or leaks, then you must find the date code on the battery before you fork over your money. If the date code indicates the battery is over 3 months or more old say no thanks and leave. You also should verify that the CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) and RC (Reserve Capacity) match the old dealer one in your car. People tend to go to aftermarket places and let the guy behind the counter dictate what battery they should buy and walk out of there with a dud or a battery that doesn't match their car. Dealership batteries tend to avoid this and are usually very fresh. Most of the batteries in the USA are made by Johnson Controls, including dealership batteries I have noticed that Costco (Kirkland Signature brand) and Advanced Auto (Titanium brand) keep their Johnson Control batteries very fresh on the shelves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowImg Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 My OEM battery lasted just under a year before it started leaking severely enough to start eating through the battery tie down, requiring both battery and tie down to be replaced. (11mo, ~11600 miles) The replacement has a date sticker of 02/09 on it, and indicates it's warrantied for 85 months. I'm guessing they're pretty good batteries, aside from failures like I encountered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongHiway Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 In my experience, unless you live in a place with extreme temperature (hot or, cold) batteries last + / - 2 - 3 months of their rated life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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