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Do car batteries still need topping up?

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Stargazer | 23:59 Sun 21st Oct 2012 | Cars
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I always used to top up the battery in my car with distilled water. I often wonder why it is that this no longer seems to be necessary. Or is it? I would do it if it prolongs the life of my battery. What is the opinion of you motoring experts?
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Most batteries in modern cars are sealed for life.
00:01 Mon 22nd Oct 2012
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It depends on the battery/type of vehicle. Many modern cars have 'sealed-for-life' batteries which do not require topping up with distilled water. On the other hand I have a 20 year old 'Webb' battery lawnmower which does need topping up when it is put on charge.
00:04 Mon 22nd Oct 2012
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Both sealed and unsealed batteries are available though most are now sealed.

If you have a battery with the caps on that you can unscrew then you should keep the acid at the correct level to make sure it works properly.
09:26 Mon 22nd Oct 2012

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