Posts Tagged: car battery maintenance
What Causes Car Battery Corrosion? Answers and Prevention Tips
The Real Cause of Battery Terminal Corrosion Quick Summary If you’ve ever opened your hood and found a white, blue, or green crust growing around your battery terminals, you’re not alone. In most cases, battery corrosion is caused by escaping sulfuric acid vapors reacting with the metals in the battery cable terminals. The vapors escape due to overcharging, undercharging, heat, or gaps between the battery case and the battery posts, most often in aging batteries. The good news is that battery terminal corrosion can usually be prevented with proper maintenance … Read More
The Right Way to Charge a Dead Car Battery
How to Charge a Car Battery Step by Step Quick Summary Knowing how to charge a car battery correctly can save you from buying a replacement before it’s necessary. I always recommend using a modern smart charger, selecting the correct battery type, and allowing the charger to complete all charging stages. Charging too quickly or relying on your alternator to recharge a dead battery shortens battery life and can even damage your charging system. A slow, intelligent charge is almost always the safest and most effective approach. Learn How to … Read More