What Are the Reasons Why a Car Battery Can't Hold a Charge?

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Emiliano
07/30/25 3:59am
There are many reasons why a car battery can't hold a charge: 1. The car has been parked for a long time, causing the battery to lose power. 2. The battery has reached the end of its service life. 3. Insufficient battery electrolyte or leakage. 4. A blown fuse causing the battery to lose power. 5. Corrosion of the battery terminals. 6. Engine damage. Here are some solutions: 1. Use a positive and negative pulse method to depolarize the battery and then fully discharge it. 2. Add water for repair. Only use deionized water or purified water; never use tap water, as it can cause significant self-discharge issues. 3. Additionally, during daily use, avoid situations where there is a large current inflow or outflow, as this can accelerate battery aging.
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