{"id":115,"date":"2022-10-19T18:18:45","date_gmt":"2022-10-19T18:18:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/streetcarmobilemusicfest.org\/?p=115"},"modified":"2022-10-19T18:22:04","modified_gmt":"2022-10-19T18:22:04","slug":"fast-car-battery-drain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/streetcarmobilemusicfest.org\/automotive-electronics\/fast-car-battery-drain\/","title":{"rendered":"Causes Of Fast Car Battery Drain"},"content":{"rendered":"
We’ve all been there. You’re driving along, and suddenly your car’s battery dies. Or maybe you start your car, and the battery is already dead. Either way, it’s frustrating and can leave you stranded. But why my car battery is draining fast? Here are some of the most common reasons for fast battery drains.<\/p>\n
The leading causes of rapid battery drain<\/h2>\n
Generator malfunctions<\/h3>\n
If the alternator doesn’t provide enough power, the battery will run out of power quickly after the car has stopped. You need to use a multimeter to check the generator relay to find out what’s wrong. After starting all the standard equipment and devices, the voltage in the electrical system should be around 13-14 volts. If it’s less than that, it means insufficient power is being supplied – meaning that there’s something wrong with the generator.<\/p>\n
Even a new battery will not work well in the network when the generator is not running. The battery will become unusable from increased loads without having served its due date. Therefore, it is necessary to seek help from the nearest car service.<\/p>\n
Low temperature<\/h3>\n
Winter is the most difficult time for car batteries. The electrolyte in the cold becomes thicker, making it harder for the battery to hold a charge. In winter, you should regularly check the electrolyte level and its charge. You can track the average level of electrolytes by using a table available online for free. One important rule to remember when driving in the winter is never to let the battery run out of power. It’s a good idea to move the battery to a warm place, if possible, and bring the power source home with you.<\/p>\n
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Short circuit in the battery<\/h3>\n
If a battery’s positive and negative electrodes meet, it can cause a short circuit. It is often because of lead or sludge buildup at the bottom of the battery. Unfortunately, it can be hard to figure out what caused the short circuit, and in most cases, the battery will need to be replaced.<\/p>\n