Auto Electrical Repair in Adelaide - Know Thy Battery

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Auto Electrical Repair in Adelaide - Know Thy
Battery
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• Amongst the electrical components in your car,
  the battery is the top-most important one. This
  small box which can store only 12 volts is the
  lifeline of your vehicle.
• Nothing can happen when the battery goes down.
  Your car doesnt start, electrical accessories do
  not work, and air-conditioner stops working.
• In the normal case, a battery should last for
  three to five years.
• However, in extreme climates, it lasts only two
  to three years because of heavy load on the
  battery.

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Know the internals of your battery

• A battery comprises of six cells. Each cell
  contains lead plates with positive and negative
  charge.
• All six plates are installed in six insulated
  chambers, and they are immersed in dilute
  sulphuric acid. The acid acts as an electrolyte.
• Nowadays you can find maintenance-free batteries
  where a gel is finned in the chambers that act as
  the electrolyte.

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• There is no need of refilling the electrolyte.
  Hence, they are convenient than normal batteries.
  
• Every cell generates 2.1 volts ideally, making
  the total capacity 12.6 volts. However, the
  capacity of generating power diminishes as the
  time goes.
• It happens due to the chemical breakdown. The
  deterioration reaches a level where the battery
  becomes unusable, and you have to replace it with
  a new one.

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Precautions should be taken while doing
maintenance

• The battery gets charged due to the chemical
  reaction that happens between the plates. Harmful
  gases are generated in the chemical reaction.
• The battery cover has vents so that the gases go
  out. When you do battery maintenance, make sure
  there is proper ventilation.
• Keep the battery surface clean so that dirt and
  debris do not block the vents.
• If the vehicle doesnt start and you suspect it
  is due to battery, examine it using a voltmeter.

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• If the voltage is normal, then it indicates there
  is some other problem in the electrical system.
  You should note one thing that not much
  troubleshooting can be done except checking
  voltage.
• Modern batteries need care and maintenance that
  can be provided by skilled technicians only. Most
  of the times, repairing a battery is not an
  effective solution. The battery works well for
  some time but starts giving troubles again.
• Also, you must check once again before replacing
  a battery. Is it essential? Can the problem be
  solved by rechecking the electrical system?

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• Do not do it hastily as it is an expensive item.
  Take a wise decision.This blog is written by
  Modbury Car Battery Adelaide.
• If you are looking for car battery repair,
  service or installation in Adelaide or
  surrounding areas call us on 08 8264 3799 or
  visit us on today!

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