YOGYAKARTA - Like goods that have a period of use, car batteries must also be replaced after 1 or 2 years of use. This aims to prevent vehicles from breaking down in the middle of the road or breaking down when needed. Want to know what the characteristics of the reconditional battery are?

However, when you are about to change your battery, you need to be aware of the arrival of reconditional batteries that are widespread in the market. Recognize the characteristics of the reconditional aki so you don't make the wrong choice.

The reconditioning battery is a broken battery that has been used. However, in certain ways it can be repaired and resold. Although there is no risk for vehicles, consumers are harmed because of the short battery life.

This reconditioned battery for the public looks like it's new, so it's hard to tell the difference. Naughty sellers will deceive and convince you that the battery they sell is new.

There are several aspects that can distinguish the batteries that are reconditioned from the original battery, namely:

1. The cost is too cheap

The first feature is of course the cheap battery price doesn't make sense. As a reference, the original battery price range is Rp. 600 thousand to millions of rupiah. Compared to the batteries that have been conditioned, you can have only hundreds of thousands, around Rp. 100 thousand to Rp. 200 thousand.

If you find a battery at a price that is too cheap, you deserve to be aware of its authenticity. Be careful before buying, don't be tempted by cheap battery prices.

2. Aki condition Banyak Goresan

If you look at the condition of the reconditioning battery, of course, you immediately recognize that it is not an original battery. Because the condition of this battery in the terminal is negative and positive, it is filled with the fiber of the remaining usage before.

After that, you can see the fuse body that is bloating. This matter is established because there is a chemical process in the battery that has been reconditioned, as a result of the hands of the sellers who straighten out the battery so that it can be resold.

Not only that, also pay attention to closing and the body. In the battery that is reconditioned, the lid tends not to be meeting like a new battery.

In essence, original aki is certainly sold in good and smooth condition, especially in the positive terminal and negative aki which are still clearly visible without scratches.

3. Shorter Guarantee

The next characteristics of the reconditioning battery are the provision of a very short warranty validity period. These battery sellers will generally provide guarantees with a monthly validity period of approximately 3 months.

However, those of you who buy original batteries will get a warranty with a validity period of one year. Does it look significant, not the comparison?

4. Aki Cenderung Kusam Color

A clearer characteristic that can be the difference between the two batteries is to see the whole appearance of the battery. If you buy a battery, then when checking the color, it tends to be dull and dirty, don't use the battery first.

A dull battery deserves you to suspect it as a battery that has been reconditioned. Because the original battery will look more glossy and not dull, because it has not been used and is still stored in the cardboard box.

Unlike the batteries that have been reconditioned, the remaining use of other people and have been removed from storage boxes for resale.

So, first check the battery color before you decide to use it on your car.

5. Not Sold in Official Stores

Aki, who is reconditioned, fills unofficial shops from aki distributors. This type of store is generally located on the side of the track with plain appearances without a store ID or sign. Such types of shops generally give less convincing impressions, so you deserve to be suspicious.

On the other hand, you can find original aki easily in supermarkets or official distributor stores whose quality is certainly trusted.

So, if you want to get an original battery with guaranteed quality, long endurance, and a validity period of the warranty accordingly, you know where to look for it.

Price matters are certainly more expensive, but comparable to the quality in supporting the smooth running of you guys driving.

The original battery is also more profitable for the long term, because it will protect the car component from the risk of collateral that can take place if you wear a battery that is reconditioned for a long time.

It's a good idea to read: 'The Right Way to Jumper Aki Car' so you don't panic when you experience it.

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