Ford Ranger Diesel Battery (High-CCA Guide)
A modern diesel engine, like the one in your Ford Ranger (2.2, 3.2, or 2.0 Bi-Turbo), requires a massive, instant burst of power to start.
This is called CCA (Cold Cranking Amps). A standard car battery does not have enough CCA to reliably turn over a high-compression diesel engine, especially on a cold Alberton morning.
The Right Technology for High CCA
You cannot use a "cheap" battery in this bakkie. To get the high CCA your Ranger needs, you must use a heavy-duty battery built with modern technology.
- EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery): The minimum requirement for modern Rangers, designed for high power and Start/Stop.
- AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat): The ultimate in diesel power. AGM batteries naturally have the highest CCA ratings and are extremely vibration-resistant, making them perfect for bakkies.
We Stock Diesel Power
We are Alberton's diesel bakkie specialists. We don't just sell "car batteries." We stock the specific, high-CCA EFB and AGM batteries from Willard and Exide that your Ford Ranger truly requires.
Visit us for a free battery test. We'll ensure you have enough cranking power for the winter and, if you need a replacement, we'll fit the correct, warrantied battery for free.
Quick answers
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How fast can Alberton Battery Mart replace my battery?
Most callouts in Alberton, New Redruth, and Meyersdal wrap in 60 minutes. We run Midtronics diagnostics first, then fit your Willard or Exide battery on-site so you avoid towing.
Do you handle Start/Stop and coding?
Yes. We stock AGM/EFB batteries and register them to the vehicle’s BMS before handover, preventing charging faults on BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Ford Ranger, and other Start/Stop platforms.
Can you test my current battery before I buy?
We offer free battery, alternator, and starter testing in-store or as part of the mobile callout. You only pay once we’ve proven the battery is the failure point.