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The Steps to Take if Your Car Battery Dies 

If your car battery dies, it can be a big inconvenience. Not only will you have to find a way to get your running again, but you may also have to purchase a new car battery. In this blog post, we will discuss the steps that you need to take if your car battery dies. Additionally, we will also provide some tips on how to prevent your car battery from dying in the first place. Read on to learn more! 

What Does the Car Battery Do?

Before we discuss what to do if your car battery dies, it is important to understand what the car battery does. In short, the car battery provides power to the starter, which is what helps get your engine running. Additionally, the car battery also provides power to the lights and other electrical accessories in your vehicle. 

If your car battery dies, it can be a big inconvenience. Not only will you have to find a way to get your running again, but you may also have to purchase a new car battery.

Why Do Car Batteries Die?

There are a few reasons why car batteries die. One of the most common reasons is simply because the battery is old and needs to be replaced. Additionally, if you don’t regularly drive your vehicle, the battery may die because it isn’t being used often. Another reason why batteries die is due to extreme weather conditions; hot weather can cause the battery to overheat, while cold weather can cause the battery to freeze.

The Steps to Take if Your Car Battery Dies 

If your car battery does die, there are a few steps that you need to take. First, you will need to find a way to jumpstart your vehicle. You can do this by connecting jumper cables to another vehicle with a working battery. Once the other vehicle’s engine is running, start your own vehicle and let it run for a few minutes. This will give the battery enough power to get started.

How to Jumpstart Your Car:

  1. Locate another vehicle with a working battery. Make sure that both vehicles are turned off and in park.
  2. Connect the positive (red) jumper cable to the positive terminal on the dead battery.
  3. Connect the other end of the positive (red) jumper cable to the positive terminal on the working battery.
  4. Connect the negative (black) jumper cable to the negative terminal on the working battery.
  5. Connect the other end of the negative (black) jumper cable to a metal part of your vehicle that is not the battery.
  6. Start the working vehicle and let it run for a few minutes.
  7. Start your own vehicle. If it doesn’t start, make sure that the cables are properly connected and try again.
  8. Once your vehicle is running, drive it for at least 15 minutes to give the battery a chance to recharge.

If your vehicle won’t start after being jump started, then you may need to replace the battery. You can do this by taking the old battery to an auto parts store or a mechanic and having them install a new one for you.

How to Prevent Your Car Battery from Dying

Now that you know what to do if your car battery dies, let’s discuss how you can prevent it from happening in the first place. One of the best ways to extend the life of your battery is to make sure that it is regularly serviced. This means having a mechanic check the battery and clean the terminals. Additionally, you should avoid leaving your car idle for long periods of time, as this can drain the battery. If you know that you won’t be driving your vehicle for a while, it is best to disconnect the battery. Finally, make sure to keep an eye on the battery’s voltage and have it replaced if it starts to drop.

If you take these steps, you can help to prevent your car battery from dying. However, if it does happen, you now know what to do! For any help, feel free to stop by a Scott’s Auto location nearest you today!