Battery maintenance is very important if you wish to avoid a dead car battery situation. Battery maintenance is relatively simple but is important to do so that you can get the most out of the battery.
It is vital to make sure that your two battery posts are free from corrosion. As corrosion can affect the jump-start cables’ ability to work should you have a dead car battery and need to jump-start a car.
You can prevent corrosion from appearing by scrubbing the inside of the connecter and the cable posts. It is also a good idea to check the water level of your car; a good water level can really help your battery go the distance. If the water level dips too low your battery won’t be able to hold a charge.
It is always best to check these things before you notice a problem with your battery, however, it is always a good idea to keep a set of jump star cables in your car should a dead auto battery occur.
If a dead car battery does occur it is recommended to call an expert unless you know exactly what you are doing. This is important because serious injury can occur if you are not 100% sure what to do.
If the auto battery is still not responding after numerous jump starts it is advisable to call a professional than try to find out the problems yourself.
An auto battery is relatively inexpensive to replace and doing a dangerous jump-start is not worth the risk of damaging your car further or injuring yourself.