What Kind Of Battery Does A 2012 Dodge Challenger Take?

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Fast forward a half century to the 2020 Dodge Challenger with a 3.5-liter V6 and you'll need

OPTIMA DH7 YELLOWTOP

that weighs in at a hefty 60.5 pounds.

What type of battery does a Dodge Challenger use?

Fast forward a half century to the 2020 Dodge Challenger with a 3.5-liter V6 and you'll need

OPTIMA DH7 YELLOWTOP battery

that weighs in at a hefty 60.5 pounds.

What size battery goes in a 2012 Dodge Challenger key fob?

All key fobs use the same type of battery, which is a

cr2032 battery

. These are small coin-shaped batteries and they will cost You about 5 dollars each on average. You can find them in the same place You would normal batteries.

How many volts is a Dodge Challenger battery?

How often should you replace your 2019 Dodge Challenger battery? Every 3 to 5 years, but you should have your battery tested frequently for drops in voltage to make sure it's operating at a high level. Car batteries typically carry

12 to 13 volts

unless you have a high-performance battery.

How do I know which battery fits my car?

Your car's battery group size

can be found in the battery section of the owner's manual

. If you no longer have access to your original owner's manual, you may also consult the reference guides provided by battery retailers to determine the appropriate battery group size for your car.

Where is the battery on a 2012 Dodge Challenger?

The battery on the Dodge Challenger is located

in the trunk under the carpet in the spare tire compartment

. Fortunately, this makes the battery pretty easy to get to and replace.

How much is a Dodge Challenger key fob?

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What happens if you put the wrong size battery in your car?

Manufacturers precisely match their alternators and batteries to the vehicle's power requirements. A mismatched battery/alternator combo

could cause your alternator to overheat and shorten its life

.

How many cold cranking amps do I need for a V8?

A rule of thumb says a vehicle's battery should have a CCA rating equal to or greater than engine displacement in cubic inches. A battery with a

280 CCA

rating would be more than adequate for a 135 cubic inch four-cylinder engine but not big enough for a 350 cubic inch V8.

Are C batteries smaller than D?

C-sized batteries are

smaller than D batteries

but larger than AA and AAA batteries. They are: 50mm or 1.97 inches in length. 26.2mm or 1.03 inches in diameter.

Does a Dodge Charger have two batteries?

Do Dodge Chargers have two batteries?

You only have 1 battery

, it is located in the trunk. Under your hood you have a power distribution block with a terminal for jumpstarts and such.

Why is challenger battery in trunk?

The real reason they put the battery in the trunk (according to a Senior Chrysler Field Branch Manager) was

to get it away from the heat

, plus they are vented now, just made more sense. A bunch of car companies are now putting the batteries in the trunk. 2010 Detonator Yellow R/T Classic & 12 Previous Challengers!!!

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