Picture this: you’re rushing to get out the door to head out on your morning commute. You put the key in the ignition and turn it over, but nothing happens. You quickly realize your battery is dead, but how did that happen? Don’t worry, it’s happened to the best of us. There are a variety of reasons your battery can die, so we’re filling you in on three common things that are draining your car’s battery!
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Why is my car’s battery dead?
Human error
It happens to the best of us. We’ve all probably forgotten to make sure our trunk is fully closed or turn our lights off at least once, and although they are pretty common mistakes, they definitely drain the life from your battery. If you happen to leave the lights on or trunk open overnight, you’re going to have a tough time starting your vehicle in the morning without a jump.
Bad battery
Just like regular batteries, your vehicle’s battery will have a harder time holding a charge the older it gets. So if you notice your battery is consistently dying, you’ll want to look into replacing your battery in the near future. In fact, it’s recommended that drivers change their car’s battery every four to five years to prevent your battery from wearing out.
Charging problem
Many cars draw power for their lights and radio from the alternator, which can drain your car’s battery more quickly if the charging system isn’t functioning properly. This is problematic because it can cause your battery to die while you’re on the road, leaving you stranded. We highly suggest having jumper cables in your vehicle at all times in case you do end up with a dead battery.
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Drivers in need of servicing their vehicle’s battery are encouraged to schedule a service appointment online Matt Castrucci Nissan. Have additional questions about how to take care of your car’s battery? If so, feel free to drop us a line in the comments below!
