what will happen if i use a different battery type in my car?

Asked by jjay5 Dec 02, 2014 at 05:29 PM about the 2002 Nissan Altima

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I need a cheap battery that will get me home about an hour away. If I use a different battery type, will it work?

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Shouldn't be any problem as long as it has enough cranking amps to turn the engine. Couple of my cars I use a bit larger battery because it still fits in the battery box.

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