They receive the batteries shipped in a "dry" condition [i.e., no electrolyte (acid or liquid) in them] and then they add the acid/liquid electrolyte, and the battery is instantly at full charge.
On the other hand, if they [or you after buying] allow a battery to sit for a very long period of time, it's possible it will lose some of its charge.
In any case, it will do no harm to charge a new battery overnight IF done at a trickle charge rate of one Amp, or two Amps maximum.
No unless you have a toy car or a small car that children play in
charging system not charging battery with new batttery, alternator and fuel pump. what will make that happen ?
No. If it needs charging then it has been in storage too long and is actually an old stock new battery. Take it back and ask for a replacement.
your alternator is not charging your battery..u need to get a new alternator
the car prob died... get a new 1
It might be that you need to replace the spark plug. It may be that the charging system is not working. Charge the battery and drive the vehicle to your local auto parts store and they will test the charging system for you at no cost. It may be the alternator is at fault.
Hey Greg==It can be both. Try charging the battery first. If it won't take a charge replace the battery then take it to Auto zzone who will check the alternator for free. GoodluckJoe
The battery light references more than just the battery. It represents the entire charging system of your car. They may be something wrong with the alternator or any of the wiring associated to the charging system.
Your battery may be to old to even hold a charge. try charging it a little longer and if you have a volt meter ,you should read about 12.5v. if not ,then you need a new battery.
New batteries require charging before they are used. Try charging the battery with a home charger (dont let the alternator charge it as it will decrease the life of the alternator) and give it a try.
First start the car then pull off the positive on the battery if the car dies than you need a new alternator if the car keeps running u may need a new battery. A word of caution, testing an alternator that way can cause damage to the alternator. The alternator needs power to make power unlike the old generators from the past.
Possibly the voltage regulator has a poor ground or poor +12v?