Why won't my K2500 Suburban battery stay charged?

A battery is in its final hour when it will no longer hold a charge. The battery may be too old. Or, you may have been leaving your car doors ajar and the dome lights on during the night. Stop in for a free battery check at your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care and learn more about your battery's charge.

What do you do with my old K2500 Suburban battery?

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

What’s the cost of DieHard batteries for GMC K2500 Suburbans?

Get affordable prices on GMC K2500 Suburban batteries by using one of our limited-time battery deals. Plus, all DieHard car batteries come with a free replacement warranty and extra coverage with DieHard Assurance.

What is the average lifespan of a car battery?

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

Why is there white, flaky stuff around my K2500 Suburban’s battery post?

A chemical reaction between battery acid and the air can cause a white, crusty buildup to form on the terminals of your K2500 Suburban car battery. This buildup — known as corrosion — can impede the flow of electricity and cause a range of issues, from poor performance to premature battery failure.

What do I do about corrosion on my K2500 Suburban car battery?

Regularly inspect the terminals and clean them with a mixture of baking soda and water, a wire brush, and a rag. Disconnect the battery cables before cleaning to help avoid the risk of electrical shock. Always reference and follow the instructions in your vehicle owner’s manual prior to disconnecting the battery cables.

Where can I find a battery for my K2500 Suburban?

You can shop for K2500 Suburban batteries at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care, and our expert technicians will even handle the installation. Don’t have time to visit our store? Our Firestone Direct mobile vans can come to you for battery installations! Learn more about our mobile battery services.

Car Batteries for 1994 GMC K2500 Suburban

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1994 GMC K2500 Suburban Battery Replacement & Size

Not sure what battery to get for your GMC K2500 Suburban? Check the chart to find the right car battery size and cold cranking amps for your K2500 Suburban.

Battery	Engine	Warranty		Cold Cranking Amps
34/78-4	V8/6.5L	Replacement 24 months	Performance months	800
78FT-2	V8/6.5L	Replacement 36 months	Performance months	800
78-1	V8/5.7L	Replacement 24 months	Performance months	700
75FT-3	V8/5.7L	Replacement 36 months	Performance months	700
78-AGM	V8/5.7L	Replacement 36 months	Performance months	740
75-2	V8/7.4L	Replacement 24 months	Performance months	650
75FT-3	V8/7.4L	Replacement 36 months	Performance months	700
78-AGM	V8/7.4L	Replacement 36 months	Performance months	740

BATTERIES
V8/6.5L - Battery: 34/78-4 - Warranty: Replacement 24 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 800
V8/6.5L - Battery: 78FT-2 - Warranty: Replacement 36 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 800
V8/5.7L - Battery: 78-1 - Warranty: Replacement 24 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 700
V8/5.7L - Battery: 75FT-3 - Warranty: Replacement 36 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 700
V8/5.7L - Battery: 78-AGM - Warranty: Replacement 36 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 740
V8/7.4L - Battery: 75-2 - Warranty: Replacement 24 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 650
V8/7.4L - Battery: 75FT-3 - Warranty: Replacement 36 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 700
V8/7.4L - Battery: 78-AGM - Warranty: Replacement 36 months, Performance months - Cold Cranking Amps: 740

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Shopping for GMC K2500 Suburban Car Batteries

Sadly, your GMC K2500 Suburban won't last forever. Neither will its battery. The average car battery lasts three to five years. You want to replace your 1994 GMC K2500 Suburban battery before it fails and leaves you stranded. Watch for signs that your current battery is getting too old or too weak. A lagging starter, an illuminated check engine light or battery signal, swollen battery case, corroded battery posts, and subpar electrical performance can all signal that your battery needs attention.

Plus, at Firestone Complete Auto Care, we’ll test your battery for free. With computerized testing we can see how much charge is left in your battery. Drop in for a free battery check and, if needed, get your GMC K2500 Suburban a replacement battery. Car batteries are only one of our many strong suits. Our technicians are well-acquainted with GMC’s service specs for K2500 Suburban car batteries’ reserve capacities and cold cranking amps. Get help figuring out the battery size that fits your car perfectly, and schedule a weekday or weekend battery replacement service for your car.

Why Choose a DieHard Battery for Your K2500 Suburban?

Your GMC K2500 Suburban deserves the best, which is why we exclusively carry the best. Your vehicle needs a reliable, durable and powerful battery in even some of the toughest conditions. DieHard batteries shatter expectations using the latest innovative technology to satisfy the increasing power demands of new vehicles. They're no ordinary battery, they're extraordinary. Go with a DieHard battery for your K2500 Suburban and drive with confidence knowing that your battery will perform when you need it. That’s why you should choose batteries from Firestone Complete Auto Care.

Making Your K2500 Suburban’s New Battery Last

Got a new car battery installed in your 1994 GMC K2500 Suburban? Good thinking! Give your new car battery the best start with proper care. Help extend your car battery’s life by limiting short trips, keeping the battery posts corrosion-free, and avoiding radio and electronic component use when the engine is off.

Answers to Your K2500 Suburban Car Battery Questions

Get answers to common car battery questions, from Firestone Complete Auto Care. If you have battery questions that are GMC K2500 Suburban-specific, pay us a visit. Our technicians are happy to help.

Why won't my K2500 Suburban battery stay charged? A battery is in its final hour when it will no longer hold a charge. The battery may be too old. Or, you may have been leaving your car doors ajar and the dome lights on during the night. Stop in for a free battery check at your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care and learn more about your battery's charge.
What do you do with my old K2500 Suburban battery? We recycle it! Nearly 100% of all lead-acid batteries are recyclable.
What’s the cost of DieHard batteries for GMC K2500 Suburbans? Get affordable prices on GMC K2500 Suburban batteries by using one of our limited-time battery deals. Plus, all DieHard car batteries come with a free replacement warranty and extra coverage with DieHard Assurance.
What is the average lifespan of a car battery? A car battery normally lasts three to five years, but this number can vary based on battery type, your driving habits, and battery maintenance.
Why is there white, flaky stuff around my K2500 Suburban’s battery post? A chemical reaction between battery acid and the air can cause a white, crusty buildup to form on the terminals of your K2500 Suburban car battery. This buildup — known as corrosion — can impede the flow of electricity and cause a range of issues, from poor performance to premature battery failure.
What do I do about corrosion on my K2500 Suburban car battery? Regularly inspect the terminals and clean them with a mixture of baking soda and water, a wire brush, and a rag. Disconnect the battery cables before cleaning to help avoid the risk of electrical shock. Always reference and follow the instructions in your vehicle owner’s manual prior to disconnecting the battery cables.
Where can I find a battery for my K2500 Suburban? You can shop for K2500 Suburban batteries at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care, and our expert technicians will even handle the installation. Don’t have time to visit our store? Our Firestone Direct mobile vans can come to you for battery installations! Learn more about our mobile battery services.