Any recomendations for a new battery?
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2002 Clk430
Any recomendations for a new battery?
What's up guys?! Well after 10 years my original battery took a dive and I'm now in the market for a new one. Anyone have any suggestions? Or should I just call the dealer and pick one up from them because I get a discount for working at a body shop who deals with Mercedes? Thanks
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OEM is always good but if you're in the market for an aftermarket battery - go Optima. Red is great, Yellow deep cycle is better for audio systems.
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I still have my original battery and still tests out very strong after 12 years and 176,000 miles. It has been in extreme cold in Germany for 7 years and 5 years in Texas heat!! It's needless to say but I will be buying OE when this one decides to finally pass on. My .02 cents.......
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Thanks guys, Ill be looking into the Optima battery. Heard alotta good about them but depending on the price may just stick to what I know best and lasts and just go with oem. Thanks for helping me make my decision easier
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Sears has the battery available without order, even in smaller stores. I usually disconnect mine for a few months in the winter, but had a dead battery last year when I forgot to disconnect. They replaced mine for about $6, as it had been replaced before in 2009.
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if you call the MB roadside asstance 800# I believe your local dealer will come to you, replace the battery and reset the radio etc. for just the price of the battery . check the # in our owner's manual.
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I got it from the Mercedes dealership I deal with through my shop for $96 and change my cost. Otherwise it lists for alittle over $130. I figured stick with oem because its proved itself that it lasts 10+ years
