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7th Generation Maxima (2009-2015)
03-06-2014, 07:42 AM
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Battery died out of nowhere today, could relay harness have anything to do with it?
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gravkillz, just like a lot of other consumer...
gravkillz, just like a lot of other consumer products, like iPods, that are sold at thousands of different retailers, our warranty claims are handled by the original retailer for the duration of the...
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7th Generation Maxima (2009-2015)
03-05-2014, 08:52 AM
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Battery died out of nowhere today, could relay harness have anything to do with it?
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We typically suggest anything above 100 milliamps...
We typically suggest anything above 100 milliamps (.100 Amps) should be addressed, but it really comes down to how a vehicle is used and how the battery is maintained. For example, a Group 35 RedTop...
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7th Generation Maxima (2009-2015)
03-04-2014, 03:24 PM
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Battery died out of nowhere today, could relay harness have anything to do with it?
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Hello, I noticed your conversation involving our...
Hello, I noticed your conversation involving our batteries and wanted to offer some assistance. Many newer vehicles have significant key-off loads that will quickly discharge any battery, regardless...
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7th Generation Maxima (2009-2015)
03-14-2013, 10:49 AM
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How long can these cars sit without being started?
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I would be cautious of solar chargers, as some...
I would be cautious of solar chargers, as some are not properly-regulated and could overcharge your battery. 3 in 1 jump-starters are nothing more than the electrical equivalent of a one-gallon can...
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7th Generation Maxima (2009-2015)
03-12-2013, 07:03 AM
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How long can these cars sit without being started?
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Maxgig, the length of time your battery can sit...
Maxgig, the length of time your battery can sit without starting is really a matter of math. Do you know what your parasitic draw is? If you do, you can multiply that number by 24 hours to...
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5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
03-20-2012, 12:01 PM
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Battery life question
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Max, any claims about a decline in the quality of...
Max, any claims about a decline in the quality of our batteries simply is not true. While the quality of the batteries produced in our Aurora facility was excellent, our facility in Monterrey...
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5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
03-16-2012, 12:57 PM
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Battery life question
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Tyutyunnik, I apologize if I came off harshly in...
Tyutyunnik, I apologize if I came off harshly in my post, as that certainly wasn't my intent. I do come across quite a bit of inaccurate, outright false and sometimes dangerous information posted...
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5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
03-13-2012, 07:48 PM
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Battery life question
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That consensus is false and likely opined by...
That consensus is false and likely opined by people who bash one brand and praise another, without realizing both brands are manufactured by the same company. Most (but far from all) batteries are...
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6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
11-28-2010, 11:10 PM
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Alternator draining battery?
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acercomp71, as much as we (and other companies)...
acercomp71, as much as we (and other companies) would benefit by people trouble-shooting their problems away by buying new parts until they find the source of their issues, that can get very...
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Audio and Electronics
10-18-2010, 03:00 PM
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Where is the best website/company to buy an Optima yellow top battery?
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Hi Amaxima2Envy, I did actually attempt to PM...
Hi Amaxima2Envy, I did actually attempt to PM “bfulmer” before replying to this thread. However, the search function on this site indicated he is not a member here, or if he was, he hasn't...
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Audio and Electronics
10-13-2010, 08:59 PM
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Where is the best website/company to buy an Optima yellow top battery?
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Hello, I noticed your conversation and wanted to...
Hello, I noticed your conversation and wanted to offer some assistance. In response to Teaner's original question regarding the best website for purchasing an Optima, I would give the following...
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4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
05-26-2010, 08:11 AM
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Where to buy Optima Battery ?
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OptimaJim
Hi JiggaD369, You can use both terminals at...
Hi JiggaD369,
You can use both terminals at the same time, but we recommend avoiding using the side terminals for any applications that require a high-amp draw for extended periods of time. In...
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5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-09-2010, 08:32 PM
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2000 Max - replaced starter, car still wouldn't start
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Hi wcasskicker, I’m sorry to hear about the...
Hi wcasskicker, I’m sorry to hear about the problems you’ve been having and I’d like to help, at least on the battery side of things. What is the voltage of your Optima battery? A fully-charged...
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5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-06-2010, 08:08 AM
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Battery life question
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OptimaJim
Hi byrdman164, if your HID headlights remain...
Hi byrdman164, if your HID headlights remain constant regardless of voltage, another way of testing your alternator is to simply check the voltage of your battery with a DMM or voltmeter while your...
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4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-26-2010, 12:33 PM
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Where to buy Optima Battery ?
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OptimaJim
Hello, I noticed your conversation about our...
Hello, I noticed your conversation about our batteries and wanted to offer some assistance. MaximaSE96 is correct about RedTops being appropriate batteries for relatively-stock applications and...
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5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
03-08-2010, 08:38 PM
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Battery life question
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OptimaJim
Hi mandyfig, if you are referring to a...
Hi mandyfig, if you are referring to a replacement battery for a 2000 Maxima, our group 34R and group 35 RedTops are both listed as direct-fit replacements. A group D35 YellowTop would also work, if...
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5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-24-2010, 11:02 AM
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Battery life question
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OptimaJim
Hello, I saw your conversation regarding...
Hello, I saw your conversation regarding batteries and wanted to help out any way I could. CMax03, I’m sorry to hear about the issues you’ve been having with batteries. Although warmer climates are...
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6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
02-03-2010, 09:15 PM
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Alternator draining battery?
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11,625
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OptimaJim
Mu33rto, I’m sorry to hear about the problems...
Mu33rto, I’m sorry to hear about the problems you’ve been having and I’d like to help. Fully-charged, with the engine not running, your RedTop should measure over 12.6 volts. A voltage measurement of...
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