How Long Can a Car Battery Sit Before It Dies?
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Car batteries typically lose their charge after sitting idle for 30 to 70 days. Signs of insufficient power include: 1. The starter motor not turning or turning weakly, making it unable to start the engine; 2. Headlights appearing dimmer than usual; 3. The horn producing weak or no sound. A car battery, also known as a storage battery, works by converting chemical energy into electrical energy. Types of car batteries include: conventional lead-acid batteries, dry-charged batteries, and maintenance-free batteries. To maintain your car battery: 1. Avoid overusing the battery; 2. Regularly clean the positive and negative terminals; 3. Periodically check the vent holes on non-maintenance-free battery caps to prevent blockages; 4. Keep the electrolyte level from getting too low.