How Often Should a Sedan Be Driven?
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It is recommended that a sedan should not be parked for more than three weeks without being driven. A drive of about twenty minutes is sufficient. Prolonged inactivity can cause damage to the battery, electronic circuits, and structural components of the car. Below are specific explanations: First, the battery is the most vulnerable when a car is left unused for an extended period. A normal battery, stored without any load, must be recharged every three months. Moreover, even when the car is turned off, there is still some power consumption. Over time, the battery will gradually discharge on its own until it becomes unusable. Therefore, the car should be started periodically to recharge the battery. Modern cars are equipped with numerous electronic circuits. In humid environments, these circuits can develop mold or rust, increasing the risk of short circuits. Cars are made up of structural components, especially the engine and transmission. There is always some degree of stress or pressure between these parts. If concentrated on a single point for too long, deformation and improper fitting can occur. How to Store a Car Battery: Disconnect the two electrodes from the battery. It is important to note that when removing the positive and negative electrode cables from the terminals, the negative cable should be disconnected first, or the connection between the negative terminal and the car chassis should be removed. Then, remove the other end marked with the positive terminal. Car batteries have a limited lifespan and need to be replaced after a certain period. When replacing, follow the same order as above. However, when reconnecting the cables, the order is reversed: connect the positive terminal first, then the negative.
