2002 Sebring Sedan Battery Questions

[dbapete]

I'm approaching the 60 month mark of ownership and do not know what the battery is rated at in terms of months. I tried to get in the fender well and remove the screws but none of the sockets that I have fit - neither US or metric sizes. Before I go any further, I thought I would ask for advice on this. What size sockets do I need and how many different sizes are there holding this battery cover in place? Is the book right in saying turn the wheel to the right ? What are the original batteries rated at 60 months? 72 months?

Is it better to remove the tire and put the car on a floor jack?

Thanks for any advice on this.

[lambough]

Originally Posted by dbapete

I'm approaching the 60 month mark of ownership and do not know what the battery is rated at in terms of months. I tried to get in the fender well and remove the screws but none of the sockets that I have fit - neither US or metric sizes. Before I go any further, I thought I would ask for advice on this. What size sockets do I need and how many different sizes are there holding this battery cover in place? Is the book right in saying turn the wheel to the right ? What are the original batteries rated at 60 months? 72 months?

Is it better to remove the tire and put the car on a floor jack?

Thanks for any advice on this.

well mine lasted about 4 years then it took a swift and hard dive into the dead zone; it is 10,000 times easier to just go ahead and take the tire off compleatly. then just remove the whole inner fender cover, i beleive i used a 8 mm for the post on the battery and a 13mm on the hold down bar. but dont hold me to it, its been a while. its in behind the back drivers side section of the bumper cover.
Good luck: LAMBOUGH