Why doesn’t my Milano battery stay charged?

A battery that won't hold a charge is almost as good as dead. It may be getting old. Or, you may have a habit of leaving your car doors open and the cabin light at night. Stop in for a free battery check at your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care to learn more about the state of your battery.

What do you do with my dead Milano battery?

We recycle it! Nearly 100% of all lead-acid batteries are recyclable.

What’s the cost of DieHard batteries for Alfa Romeo Milanos?

You can find affordable Milano batteries by using one of our car battery coupons, when available. Plus, every DieHard battery comes with extra coverage thanks to DieHard Assurance and a free replacement warranty.

How long do car batteries last?

A car battery normally lasts three to five years, but this number can vary based on battery type, your driving habits, and battery maintenance.

What is the white, crusty stuff around my Milano’s battery post?

The white, flaky stuff that can build up around your Milano’s battery terminals is known as corrosion. Acid leaking from your vehicle’s battery post can have a chemical reaction with the air, leading to an accumulation of the white, powdery substance over time. Corrosion can affect the flow of electricity between your battery and the electrical system in your Milano, possibly causing issues with electrical performance and starting. If left unaddressed for long enough, it may even cause your battery to prematurely fail.

How do I clean a corroded Milano battery terminal?

Regularly inspecting and cleaning your battery terminals will help keep your Milano’s electrical system running smoothly. Before cleaning, reference your owner’s manual for instructions on how to disconnect the battery cables. Once the cables have been disconnected, gently clean the terminals with a mixture of water and baking soda, a wire brush, and a rag.

Who sells Milano batteries near me?

At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we make it easy to get a new car battery. Our stores sell and install Milano batteries, and our Firestone Direct mobile vans can even come to you for added convenience. Check out our mobile battery services to learn more.

Car Batteries for 1988 Alfa Romeo Milano

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Don’t let a dead battery stop you. Shop replacement car batteries for your 1988 Alfa Romeo Milano at Firestone Complete Auto Care.

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1988 Alfa Romeo Milano Battery Replacement & Size

Not sure what battery to get for your Alfa Romeo Milano? Use this chart to find the right battery size and CCAs for your Alfa Romeo Milano.

Battery	Engine	Warranty		Cold Cranking Amps
24F-3	V6/2.5L	Replacement 24 months	Performance months	650
34FT-2	V6/2.5L	Replacement 36 months	Performance months	800
24F-RP	V6/2.5L	Replacement 48 months	Performance months	750
24F-3	V6/3.0L	Replacement 24 months	Performance months	650
24F-6	V6/3.0L	Replacement 36 months	Performance months	750
24F-RP	V6/3.0L	Replacement 48 months	Performance months	750

BATTERIES
V6/2.5L - Battery: 24F-3 - Warranty: Replacement 24 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 650
V6/2.5L - Battery: 34FT-2 - Warranty: Replacement 36 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 800
V6/2.5L - Battery: 24F-RP - Warranty: Replacement 48 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 750
V6/3.0L - Battery: 24F-3 - Warranty: Replacement 24 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 650
V6/3.0L - Battery: 24F-6 - Warranty: Replacement 36 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 750
V6/3.0L - Battery: 24F-RP - Warranty: Replacement 48 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 750

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Buy the Right Battery for Your Alfa Romeo Milano

You can pretty much drive your Alfa Romeo Milano until you don't want to anymore. But your Milano's battery? Don't count on it to last forever. The average car battery lasts three to five years. Check your battery regularly and replace it as needed so it doesn’t leave you and your Alfa Romeo Milano stranded. Pay attention to clues that your battery is on its way out. A sluggish engine start, an illuminated battery or check engine light, bloated battery case, corrosion-covered posts, or faded headlights can all be signs that your battery is waving goodbye.

Plus, at Firestone Complete Auto Care, we’ll test your battery for free. With best-in-class tools we can tell you how much "life" is left in your battery. Drop in for a free battery check and, if necessary, a battery replacement to help keep your 1988 Alfa Romeo Milano running! Automotive batteries are just one of our many areas of expertise. Our technicians are well-acquainted with Alfa Romeo’s service specs for Milano battery CCAs and reserve capacity. Get help figuring out the battery size that's best for your Milano, and schedule a weekday or weekend battery replacement service for your car.

Firestone Has DieHard Batteries for Milanos

We only want what’s best for your Alfa Romeo Milano, which is why we exclusively carry the best. Your vehicle needs a reliable, durable and powerful battery that can handle most extreme environments and weather conditions. DieHard batteries shatter expectations using the latest innovative technology to meet the increasing power requirements of new vehicles. They're no ordinary battery, they're extraordinary. Go with a DieHard battery for your Milano and drive with confidence knowing that performance will be there when you need it most. That’s why you should choose batteries from Firestone Complete Auto Care.

Caring for a New Alfa Romeo Milano Battery

Did you recently have a new 1988 Alfa Romeo Milano car battery installed? Congrats! You can give your new battery a head start with proper care and attention. You can take care of your battery by decreasing the number of short trips you take, cleaning your battery posts, and not playing the radio or using other electronics when the engine is turned off.

Answers to Your Milano Car Battery Questions

Get answers to common car battery questions, from Firestone Complete Auto Care. If you have a battery question that's unique to your Alfa Romeo Milano battery, pay us a visit. Our technicians have the answers.

Why doesn’t my Milano battery stay charged? A battery that won't hold a charge is almost as good as dead. It may be getting old. Or, you may have a habit of leaving your car doors open and the cabin light at night. Stop in for a free battery check at your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care to learn more about the state of your battery.
What do you do with my dead Milano battery? We recycle it! Nearly 100% of all lead-acid batteries are recyclable.
What’s the cost of DieHard batteries for Alfa Romeo Milanos? You can find affordable Milano batteries by using one of our car battery coupons, when available. Plus, every DieHard battery comes with extra coverage thanks to DieHard Assurance and a free replacement warranty.
How long do car batteries last? A car battery normally lasts three to five years, but this number can vary based on battery type, your driving habits, and battery maintenance.
What is the white, crusty stuff around my Milano’s battery post? The white, flaky stuff that can build up around your Milano’s battery terminals is known as corrosion. Acid leaking from your vehicle’s battery post can have a chemical reaction with the air, leading to an accumulation of the white, powdery substance over time. Corrosion can affect the flow of electricity between your battery and the electrical system in your Milano, possibly causing issues with electrical performance and starting. If left unaddressed for long enough, it may even cause your battery to prematurely fail.
How do I clean a corroded Milano battery terminal? Regularly inspecting and cleaning your battery terminals will help keep your Milano’s electrical system running smoothly. Before cleaning, reference your owner’s manual for instructions on how to disconnect the battery cables. Once the cables have been disconnected, gently clean the terminals with a mixture of water and baking soda, a wire brush, and a rag.
Who sells Milano batteries near me? At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we make it easy to get a new car battery. Our stores sell and install Milano batteries, and our Firestone Direct mobile vans can even come to you for added convenience. Check out our mobile battery services to learn more.