Replacement battery for Hyundai Sante Fe (2003)

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John Navas - 13 Aug 2006 03:16 GMT

The stock (OEM) battery is type MF 68 AH (600 CCA), which isn't readily
available in the USA, and most battery companies don't list a
replacement battery. The notable exception is Interstate, which
specifies type 24T.

After considerable research, I settled on the EverStart MAXX-24FN, sold
exclusively by WalMart for $62.28 with free installation.
Specifications: 700 CCA, 875 cranking amps at 32 degrees F. Warranty:
3 years free replacement; 9 years prorated.

EverStart gets top ratings. It's distributed by Johnson Controls, which
also makes several other top brands.

The EverStart battery fit perfectly with just a bit of trimming of the
stock battery heat shield cover with scissors.

Significant upgrade from the stock battery. Highly recommended.

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John Navas

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Bill Darden - 05 Sep 2006 11:46 GMT

>The stock (OEM) battery is type MF 68 AH (600 CCA), which isn't readily
>available in the USA, and most battery companies don't list a
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>Significant upgrade from the stock battery. Highly recommended.

Hi John,

I am assuming that an EverStart MAXX-24FN is wet Low Maintenance
battery with filler caps. If this is the case, replacing an OEM wet
"Maintenance Free" battery with a wet Low Maintenance battery be
slightly overcharging because the absorption charging voltage is
usually .2 to .4 volts higher. So more frequent checking of the
electrolyte levels and adding only distilled water (if required) is
highly recommended.

Kindest regards,

BiLL.....

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