Dead Battery? Use These Tips! | Frederick, MD

Hey Nissan friends! Welcome back to another weekly blog from yours truly. This week we are diving deep into one topic that you might have never thought much about but that’s okay. We are talking about your vehicle’s dead battery! Yup! What caused it. How to avoid it. And what to do when it happens. We have you covered on all things battery this week and if you’re worried about your battery, give us a call or schedule your appointment online today! It’s time to get that battery in a healthy and happy condition – so let’s get started! 

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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