Your Ford Explorer car battery should last three to five years under optimal conditions. However, your car’s battery life is influenced by several variables, such as your driving style and the climate in which you live.

Check out the tips below to help increase the lifespan of your Ford Explorer car battery.

• Routine Battery Maintenance
  Check the cables and terminals of your car battery every three months for corrosion and tightness.
• Be Wary of Accessories
  Disconnect all equipment after shutting off the engine. A plug-in gadget could drain your Ford Explorer car battery.
• Drive Your Car Often
  Drive your Ford Explorer once a week for at least 30 minutes at highway speeds to maintain your car battery charge.
• Regular Battery Checks
  If the car battery in your Ford Explorer is three years or older, you should have it inspected at least twice a year.

When you suspect the car battery in your Ford Explorer is about to fail, other warning signs you might watch out for include a slow engine crank, battery warning lights or dim interior lighting.

Our battery pros can evaluate the condition of your Ford Explorer car battery and, if necessary, assist you in finding a replacement if you believe it to be weak or dead.