Your Guide To Avoiding A Dead Battery This Winter | Hagerstown, MD

Oct 12, 2021

Hey friends! This week we are diving deep into your vehicle’s battery and its death. While sometimes your vehicle maintenance can be simple, some things are a little bit more extreme like dealing with a dead battery. And while we hope you never run into this issue, it could happen, and knowing what to do and what caused it could be beneficial. So, buckle up because we’re gonna get started! And lastly, be sure to schedule your service appointment with us so you can put your mind at ease knowing that your battery is happy and healthy under the hood! We hope to see you soon!

What Caused It –

Lack of battery maintenance
Not starting your vehicle for long periods of time
Leaving headlights, interior lights, flashers or the radio on when your vehicle isn’t running
Using the air conditioner or heat when your vehicle isn’t running
Low air temperatures, causing your battery to freeze
Failure of voltage regulator within the alternator

How To Avoid It –

Our #1 tip is to service your vehicle and keep a schedule so you know that your vehicle is regularly maintained. This goes for all aspects of your vehicle, not just the battery. This is crucial when temperatures start to drop or after long distance road trips. We recommend having your battery tested and replaced as needed. Also ask about the terminals and hoses, if there is corrosion, clean it off and if there are bulges or cracks in the hoses, replace them.
Be smart with what you turn on and when you use it. Avoid using certain features like the radio, chargers, or lights for long periods of time without starting your vehicle. If you do this often, it can result in killing your battery as it puts a lot of strain on your vehicle.
Avoid extreme temperatures if possible. Extreme temperatures are killers of batteries and if you can avoid the weather, do so. Obviously, you can’t always but we encourage you to park your in your garage if you have one.

What To Do When It Happens –

Well, well, well, you got a case of the dead battery and what are you going to do about it? Jumping that battery is the best option you have. Flag down a passerby or a good samaritan that’s willing to help you! It’s a great idea to keep a set of jumper cables in your vehicle for safe measures. In addition, NEVER try to touch or jump start a battery with visibly leaking acid or if it is cracked.
Roadside assistance is glorious and if you don’t have it, invest in it. Whether you run into a lot of issues on the road or not, having this can really be a lifesaver in the event that you need it. Plus, it’s nice having a little help here and there when you need it most!

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