Hey guys,

Why do my batteries sometimes leak/weap every now and then.

thanks

Jamie

 

Where do you see this weeping? Around the filler plugs or somewhere else? Is there any smell associated with the weeping? What color is the fluid that oozes out?
You could check the water level. This is a long shot, but the level could be too high.
Another cause is a bad regulator and the charge rate is too high.

 

Around filler plugs
no smell although wasn't checking for that
clear and dusty from road dust/dirt

I would know what to look for in checking water level. Plus I thought these batteries were maintenance free and not supposed to be opened?

Jamie

 

I have been forced to fill many a so called maintainance free battery because the electrolyte level dropped to below the top of the plates.
On the top of your battery there are either 6 filler caps or two groups of three. Whichever it is, clean around them so that nothing drops inside the battery and then pry/pull them off. When you look inside you will see some liquid which is the electrolyte. This should ALWAYS be above the level of the plates. There should also be a split plastic ring going from the bottom of the threads to just above the liquid. When I say 'split' I mean that it looks like a short piece of pipe about 5/8" in diameter with a section removed from opposing sides. The liquid level should be just touching the bottom of that piece of plastic.
If the liquid is way up that plastic guide then that may be source of your weeping. If it below that guide then you may have a charging problem and you need to get the batteries and the alternator checked. On a new vehicle such as yours I would take it back to the dealer.
Let us know the final diagnosis.

 

Get gel cell batteries (Optima Red Tops) They are the way to go for your next set of batteries. No leaks, weeping, spilling, ect. AND they are 20 pounds lighter each. Thats 40 pounds less weight to carry around on the front end.

 

Thanks Mexstan, My "old dealer" said it was normal. I will take it to my "new dealer"

Jamie

 

I had a similar problem on my 02. The pass. side battery split and leaked down the inner fender and all over everthing in it's path. The dealer replaced the battery under warranty but my inner fender was ruined!!! I guess the consequences aren't covered under warranty. I was furious...

 

Definately get the alternator output and regulator checked.
It sounds like you have an overcharging problem.

 

thanks