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Old 09-28-2009, 02:45 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Christ View Post
Re: Battery life - once you've warmed the engine, the battery is in a warm environment, and outside temperatures don't affect it so much, unless it's not in the engine compartment.
A big thanks for the info. I'm an electronics major that plays alternative banjo as a hobby. I'm am NOT a good mechanic!

BUT, I should point out that I do know a little something about the Cobalt's layout. I am afraid that the Cobalts all have their batteries (All use a single battery to the best of my knowledge) in the rear next to the donut-spare-tire located underneath a false compartment for the trunk's floor. So the cold weather is bound to impact the battery no matter how warm the engine gets, unless I fold down the rear seats so the inside heat could reach the trunk (light bulb!!). -

So, maybe in the wintertime I will fold down the back seats to help the inside heat reach the battery! Thanks for inspiring the idea!
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