1.How
could a battery drain overnight?
Batteries
can do a lot of things while we’re not looking. The most common way a battery
will drain overnight is by leaving a light on or a power adapter plugged in,
zapping all your battery power while you’re fast asleep.
Your
battery can also drain overnight if there are faulty electrical components or
wiring. If this might be the case, let us check it out so we can resolve the
problem and get you rolling again.
2.What
factors will affect the life of my battery?
So,
you want to know if your battery will last three years or, better yet, five
years, eh? Well, that all depends on your habits, plus the year-round climate
in your area. Extreme temperatures kill batteries. A lot of times, waiting
until the deep freeze of winter to replace your battery is often too late. The
cold weather could pretty much make that heat worn battery dead on arrival. Find
your region. Discover the average battery life.
3.What
are the warning signs that my alternator is failing?
“If
I only knew sooner”. We’ve all been there before. Fortunately, there are
various indications and symptoms that your battery may need replacement:
Low
battery fluid level: Batteries typically have a part of the casing that’s
translucent so you can always keep an eye on your battery’s fluid level. You
can also inspect it by removing the red and black caps if they are not sealed.
The
swelling, bloating battery case: If your battery casing looks like it ate a
very large meal, this could indicate a battery gone bad. You can blame
excessive heat for causing your battery case to swell, decreasing your battery
life.
Three
years battery age is considered an old timer: Your battery can last well beyond
three years but, at the very least, have its current condition inspected on a
yearly basis when it reaches the three year mark. Battery life cycles range
from three-to-five years depending on the battery. However, driving habits,
weather and frequent short trips can drastically shorten the actual life of
your battery.
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