What to Do When the Wuling Hongguang Mini's Small Battery Runs Out of Power?
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The standard procedure is to first connect the positive terminals of both vehicles with a red cable, then connect the negative terminals with a black cable. When pushing the car to a speed of approximately 7km/h, apply a little throttle, release the clutch, and the car should start moving.
I once had a dead small battery issue with my Wuling Hongguang Mini. It happened on a freezing morning when I was in a hurry to go out – the key fob didn't work and the lights wouldn't turn on. Luckily, my neighbor had a car and helped me jump-start it by connecting the batteries with cables: red to positive terminal (the plus sign) and black to negative, being careful to avoid short circuits. After starting, I drove to the 4S shop where the mechanic found the 3+ year-old battery had aged significantly. A new one cost just 200 yuan. I've learned my lesson now – I keep a palm-sized emergency jump starter in the glovebox that can be used multiple times per charge, which is quite handy. Winter is the worst for this, so I regularly check battery terminals for corrosion and keep them protected from rainwater. I also make sure to turn off electronics like the radio or interior lights to conserve power and extend battery life. Small batteries may be cheap, but having them die at the wrong time is truly annoying.
