Car battery maintenance during winters is something we usually do not give importance to. But the last thing you want to face on a chilling day, is a car breakdown due to a dead battery. Extreme cold weather conditions tend to reduce the lifespan of most automotive batteries and since we have no control over the weather we can minimize the impact of it on our batteries, by being prepared in advance.
With these simple tips and tricks, you can keep your car batteries charged all winter long.

Take a Voltage Reading
A battery that is merely weak at other times can go totally dead in winters. It is advisable to get a volt test performed on your battery before winters start. Fully charged automotive batteries should measure at 12.6 volts or above. You can also test the electrical system by starting your car and turning on the headlights if you don’t have a multimeter.

Battery Reconditioning
Cold temperature is tough on batteries, so it’s wise to check the battery and charging system. Keep battery connections clean tight and corrosion free. When cleaning a car battery, have your protective gear on and unhook the cables. Make a solution of baking soda with water and scrub it gently on the battery and cables using a toothbrush. Use a damp rag to clean off the battery and once dry carefully connect the cables. If you are skeptical about doing this yourself, get it done from a professional.

Battery Storage and Care
During winters try to keep your car in the garage when not in use. This could protect your car battery from going completely dead in winters. Also, if you are leaving the car unused for over a month it is best to disconnect the battery from the vehicle.

Note: While removing a car battery make sure you disconnect the negative cable (black) first and then the positive cable (red).

Battery CCA Check
Your car batteries’ ability to charge reduces when the temperature falls, something to check while buying a new car battery. The Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) on the battery indicate how well it will cope up with the cold weather conditions. The higher the CCA, the better your battery will perform during winters. If it’s time to replace your car battery, buy car batteries online with higher CCA from www.tatagreenbattery.com. They are one of the leading battery manufacturers in India offering a wide range of innovative world-class automotive batteries.

Keep a Booster Pack Handy
An emergency kit you should consider investing in is a car battery booster – a rechargeable device that you simply bring out and clip onto your flat battery to give an instant boost. It is an ideal help when you find yourself stuck due to an unexpected battery failure and cannot locate a mechanic nearby.

It also works great if you don’t have time to wait for a conventional car battery charger to show its magic!
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