Learn the Typical Causes of Car Battery Failure
It’s difficult to imagine our lives without our cars because they are our lifelines. They are the most popular form of transportation for people who travel frequently. Almost everyone must have encountered a typical situation at some point in their lives when they attempted to start their car but were unsuccessful. Any vehicle, even ours and taxis, might experience a battery failure at the worst possible time. Be aware of the typical reasons why automobile batteries fail and you might need a mobile battery replacement.
Corrosion
Battery acid corrodes metals. The battery can be charged by the alternator through the battery connections. Therefore, the battery is not getting a proper charge if the connectors are completely clogged up. To increase the car’s capacity to recharge the battery, corrosion needs to be cleaned.
Temperature
The battery life of an automobile is negatively impacted by both oppressive heat and cold temperatures. On the one hand, extremely high temperatures can cause the battery fluid to evaporate, the internal lead plates of the battery to corrode, and even the charging system to become damaged. On the other hand, extremely low temperatures are frequently to blame for decreased battery capacity and recharge rate as well as increased battery pressure from the solidification of engine oil.
Parasitic Drains
The term “parasitic drain” refers to an unusual and ongoing power discharge that continues long after the engine has been shut off. A parasitic drain will inevitably result in battery failure. Lights in the glove box or trunk that stay on when they shouldn’t are indications of parasitic drains.
Short Drives
Making too many short journeys is one of the many causes of auto battery failure, but it is not the only one. Between each of those brief visits, the car’s idle time must also be taken into account. The battery life of your car will be shortened if it is repeatedly left idle for long periods, such as many days, followed by excursions that last less than 20 minutes.
If you need mobile battery replacement in or around the Friday Harbor, WA area, call Dave's Mobile Auto Maintenance at (360) 205-5881 today for an appointment.
