The signs that it’s time to replace the battery

Vehicles are very sensitive to seasonal changes with their corresponding
variations in temperature, which completely affects some of its components. This is the case with the battery, an element that suffers as few from the thermometer and, in the absence of overhaul, can leave the driver behind.

The battery is the heart of the car and is responsible for supplying electrical energy so that the engine and the rest of the auxiliary elements can start in turn.

As a general rule, the average useful life is usually around 4 years, but in reality there is no
a concrete answeras it depends on several factors such as the type of battery or the use we give the car.

Oscaro’s specialists offer us a range of keys that can indicate that our car needs a battery change. One of the first symptoms that may indicate that your vehicle needs a battery change is that the car is difficult to start or that it takes longer than usual. battery is
responsible for supplying energy power to the motor for it to start, so if you notice this type of problem, the battery may no longer have the power it needs.

Various systems, such as the air conditioning, the injection systems or the fuel pump, are powered by the battery charge. Likewise, other functionalities such as central locking or electric windows, among others, also work thanks to battery power. If one of these systems
has mistakes or strange behavior This could be due to a bad condition of the car battery.

If you notice errors in the lighting, such as changes in intensity, the problem may not come from the bulbs, but the battery. The same happens with the lights in the passenger compartment which also lose brightness if the battery is faulty.

Vehicles often detect a battery failure before it is irreversible, so if we heed the warning we can replace the battery before it surprises us
leave us stranded every day.

The cold is one of your battery’s worst enemies as it speeds up its discharge, so leaving the vehicle sheltered regularly is highly recommended. But according to Euromaster technicians, the battery is not the only element that suffers from temperature fluctuations. It is essential to the health of the engine to keep the coolant in good condition and to ensure that it retains its antifreeze properties. Please note that this fluid helps to prevent the cooling circuit from freezing and prevents:
that the propeller eventually breaks. The change is no more than 70 euros, but if the engine grabs, the amount can go up to 2,500 euros, depending on the model.

On the other hand, when the rain starts, the tires are decisive for correct safety at the wheel. It is therefore recommended that the depth
is not less than 3 millimeters.

If the tires do not meet this requirement, the braking distance can be doubled on a wet floor, endangering the safety of the occupants. A set of two tires can range from 200 to 500 euros, depending on the car.

It is also important to keep an eye on the evolution of the thermometer and be aware when it begins to fall below the 8º threshold, which is when it is recommended
opt for a winter tirethat is, with specific characteristics for cold, rain and even snow conditions.

And no less important are the wipers or the washer fluid itself.
Bad condition of the tires or wiper blades or even the lack of fluid can seriously affect the driver’s vision, especially in bad weather conditions.

Source: La Verdad

Ida

I am Ida Scott, a journalist and content author with a passion for uncovering the truth. I have been writing professionally for Today Times Live since 2020 and specialize in political news. My career began when I was just 17; I had already developed a knack for research and an eye for detail which made me stand out from my peers.