It’s not just electric cars that have batteries inside. Fuel-consuming cars also need them to perform various important functions. But they really wear out over time and need to be replaced. This article will walk you through the things that you need to do to ensure that your car battery lasts a long time. Let’s get straight to it again.
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save battery
A battery that is not secure in its place under the hood will experience heavy vibration on rough surfaces. This can eventually damage the components inside, thereby not only reducing the lifespan, but in some cases even breaking down completely. Therefore, it is important that you tighten the bolt properly and use the correct battery clamp to ensure that it stays down at all times.
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clean the battery
Your battery needs to be kept clean and dry to make sure it lasts longer. You should especially pay attention to its top surface where dirt and grime tend to grow. If these deposits become large enough, the battery may automatically discharge and deplete on its own. It is also important to keep the battery clean so that its terminals do not rust.
avoid short trips
Taking your car on short trips can eventually shorten its battery life. This is because early engine start is the most intense use of the battery and when you go on short trips, you don’t give it enough time to fully recharge. You can reduce this risk by driving about an extra 10 minutes during your short trips before turning off the car.
complete shutdown
Avoid leaving headlights, taillights and interior lights on if your car’s engine is turned off, as this can quickly drain the battery. The same goes for the air conditioner and any other accessory in the car that draws its power from the battery. Similarly, when you lock your car, make sure everything is switched off. Sometimes, the interior light or headlights don’t turn off automatically when the car door is closed or when the car is locked, draining your battery overnight.
do not overheat the battery
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Exposure to extreme heat is harmful to a car battery. This leads to an increase in the rate of evaporation of water from the cells. And the problem does not manifest itself until winter. The low temperature absorbs the remaining power from the battery as the engine is already struggling due to the thickened oil which is the result of cold temperatures. So whenever possible try to park your vehicle in the shade.
drive your car often
If your car has been lying unused for a long time, it is not good news for your battery. It is essential that the car battery remains 100% charged at all times to prevent damage over time. And to avoid this from happening, you should keep turning your car from time to time.
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These few tips will really help you to take good care of your car battery and will definitely extend its overall life.
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