How to Care for your Car Battery During Cold Weather

1
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR CAR BATTERY DURING COLD
WEATHER
2
Winter is the best time to check your car battery
and perform the proper maintenance.
3
As the operation of a battery is based on a
chemical reaction, temperature plays a key role.
4
Cold weather slows down the chemical reaction,
affecting the battery's performance.
5
To prevent a dad battery in winter, the battery
needs proper care and maintenance.
6
Your car battery loses 33 of its power during
the cold winter months, making it susceptible to
failure.
7
So, you should know how to care for your car
battery during cold weather.
8
GET YOUR BATTERY TESTED
If your car battery is older than 3 years, it is
advised to get it tested.
9
You can test the charge(gt 12.5 volts) of your
battery by using a multimeter.
10
You should get the battery and electrical system
checked before winter
11
CHECK CLEAN CONNECTIONS
Clean off any corrosion with a stiff wire brush.
12
Make sure the battery connections are clean and
tight.
13
A dirty battery connection will weaken the charge.
14
DRIVE YOUR CAR
Driving your car keeps your battery charged.
15
Letting your car sit for weeks on end only
weakens the battery.
16
Keep a set of jumper cables on hand in case of an
emergency.
17
REPLACE YOUR BATTERY
If the battery in your car is 3-5 years old, it
might be time for a new one.
18
If your car struggles to start the engine, get
your battery replaced.
19
Try to replace it at your convenience than
because of a roadside emergency.
20
Thank you
https//www.munichwest.com/