Mazda CX-5

[guido]

is that your 2nd or 3rd battery?

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pangatlo na sir. 2nd time na magpalit. the first replacement was done at the casa during the pms. 1yr 8months din tinagal.

been reading the forum. looks like ok lang since istop is working. no need for reprogramming.

[StockEngine]

yeah mukhang ok naman na yan

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[Archerfish]

pangatlo na sir. 2nd time na magpalit. the first replacement was done at the casa during the pms. 1yr 8months din tinagal.

been reading the forum. looks like ok lang since istop is working. no need for reprogramming.

You might want to consider this battery charger I'm using.

[Lakwatsero]

You might want to consider this battery charger I'm using.

How long have you been using that charger with your battery? I read mixed reviews, some say it can extend, some just last the same 1.5 to 2 year span even with the charger.

[Archerfish]

How long have you been using that charger with your battery? I read mixed reviews, some say it can extend, some just last the same 1.5 to 2 year span even with the charger.

I've been using it for less than a year so I can't confirm it myself. However, I was surprised with our chief engineer that he recommended that product. I told him I just bought it last year and according to him, his batteries lasted him at least 3 years.

My personal experience with industrial batteries is that if you charge it regularly, it will last longer. Knowing this, I didn't hesitate to buy one.

My usual routine in charging is at least once a week, if not every night.

[Shutterbug]

What is the rate of use for a car to require a CTEK charger? I mean I also have a garage queen car that we get to use only on the weekends. What I do to somehow maintain the battery life is to give it a 15km run every 2 days in the morning. somehow like a morning job to keep the juices flowing and also to exercise the engine and moving parts. Isn't this a better way?

I've been using it for less than a year so I can't confirm it myself. However, I was surprised with our chief engineer that he recommended that product. I told him I just bought it last year and according to him, his batteries lasted him at least 3 years.

My personal experience with industrial batteries is that if you charge it regularly, it will last longer. Knowing this, I didn't hesitate to buy one.

My usual routine in charging is at least once a week, if not every night.

[Archerfish]

What is the rate of use for a car to require a CTEK charger? I mean I also have a garage queen car that we get to use only on the weekends. What I do to somehow maintain the battery life is to give it a 15km run every 2 days in the morning. somehow like a morning job to keep the juices flowing and also to exercise the engine and moving parts. Isn't this a better way?

As far as moving parts are concerned, then you should really run it. Talking about batteries, I believe that charging it using a dedicated charger is the best maintenance that you can do.

Again with my experience with backup batteries, it usually last up to 5 years. These are regular automotive batteries used as a backup supply for communications. This is the reason why I bought this CTEK without hesitation through the recommendation of *travajante.

Going back, someone here has a similar scenario with another car that is seldom used. He just plugged that charger for a week until the time he will use the car.

[jojopad]

As far as moving parts are concerned, then you should really run it. Talking about batteries, I believe that charging it using a dedicated charger is the best maintenance that you can do.

Again with my experience with backup batteries, it usually last up to 5 years. These are regular automotive batteries used as a backup supply for communications. This is the reason why I bought this CTEK without hesitation through the recommendation of *travajante.

Going back, someone here has a similar scenario with another car that is seldom used. He just plugged that charger for a week until the time he will use the car.

My dad has a 2003 Accord which is seldom used (probably once or twice a month). It has a regular motolite battery that's more than 2 years old thanks to CTEK weekend charge routine. I'm using the start/stop charger type since I'm using the charger also for my Mazda3's battery. So far there's no obvious deterioration with the battery's condition. We've checked the voltage and pH level, all good.

Typically the regular motolite battery will last only less than 2 years if the car is not used often, or driven for short distances only. Battery chargers like CTEK can help lengthen the battery's life.

[babkalakal]

My dad has a 2003 Accord which is seldom used (probably once or twice a month). It has a regular motolite battery that's more than 2 years old thanks to CTEK weekend charge routine. I'm using the start/stop charger type since I'm using the charger also for my Mazda3's battery. So far there's no obvious deterioration with the battery's condition. We've checked the voltage and pH level, all good.

Typically the regular motolite battery will last only less than 2 years if the car is not used often, or driven for short distances only. Battery chargers like CTEK can help lengthen the battery's life.

Sir what is the exact CTEK model that you use? I have for a time contemplated on buying one but I got confused with the myriad of models CTEK alone has not to mention the price gaps. Don't need something fancy or top of the line neccessarily.
Thanks

[jojopad]

Sir what is the exact CTEK model that you use? I have for a time contemplated on buying one but I got confused with the myriad of models CTEK alone has not to mention the price gaps. Don't need something fancy or top of the line neccessarily.
Thanks

I'm using the CTEK CT5 start stop battery charger for the i-stop battery type used in my Mazda3. It can be used also for regular car batteries

CTEK CT5 START/STOP Battery Charger & Maintainer | Lazada PH

But if you are going to use the charger for regular batts only (not the EFB type used for i-stop), these are your choices:

CTEK Battery Charger MXS 3.8 12V/3.8A | Lazada PH
CTEK MXS 5. Battery Charger 12V/5A | Lazada PH

[Archerfish]

I'm using the CTEK CT5 start stop battery charger for the i-stop battery type used in my Mazda3. It can be used also for regular car batteries

CTEK CT5 START/STOP Battery Charger & Maintainer | Lazada PH

But if you are going to use the charger for regular batts only (not the EFB type used for i-stop), these are your choices:

CTEK Battery Charger MXS 3.8 12V/3.8A | Lazada PH
CTEK MXS 5. Battery Charger 12V/5A | Lazada PH

I didn't know there are different models to choose from. Since the price difference is not that much, I'd rather get the top one.

So for those who will get this charger, who knows, you might be able to buy a car that requires it.
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[jojopad]

I didn't know there are different models to choose from. Since the price difference is not that much, I'd rather get the top one.

So for those who will get this charger, who knows, you might be able to buy a car that requires it.
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For the MXS model, the difference is with the max charging ampere rating: 3.8 or 5.0.

CT5's max amp rate charging is 3.8. Price diff with MXS 3.8 is ₱1200. Can be huge for those in tight budget for car expenses [emoji12]

[JohnM]

Pinusuan ko na to baka mag-sale bigla ang Blade hehe My father-in-law bought one for his garage queen Mirage. Was able to try it on my 1.5 Mazda 3 and the 1-year-old Amaron on it is still good.

[Nelson de Leon]

At least get a 10amp charger. Hindi lang siya pang trickle charging. You can also use it and powerful enough to charge other batteries that are have few juices left. Kapag 3.8 amperes kasi medjo matagal magcharge ng weak batteries.

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[travajante]

Smart trickle chargers, like the CT5, are meant more for extending batt life. They're not fast chargers for reviving dead ones.

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[Walter]

Dead batteries ... with zero charge ... cannot be revived ...

[Nelson de Leon]

Smart trickle chargers, like the CT5, are meant more for extending batt life. They're not fast chargers for reviving dead ones.

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Correct! I just opted to buy a 10amp charger with 3 stage charging. Full charge, trickle charge and maintenance charge.

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[Nelson de Leon]

Dead batteries ... with zero charge ... cannot be revived ...

That's true. Kaya we have to distinguish between dead battery and weak battery.

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[travajante]

Correct! I just opted to buy a 10amp charger with 3 stage charging. Full charge, trickle charge and maintenance charge.

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Good choice, sir!!![emoji108][emoji106]

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[jojopad]

Correct! I just opted to buy a 10amp charger with 3 stage charging. Full charge, trickle charge and maintenance charge.

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Sir, can you share the link for the product, eg lazada or amazon? Thanks!