Will the car battery run out if the headlights are left on?
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Leaving the car headlights on will drain the battery. After the engine is turned off, the generator stops working, and the only power source for the entire vehicle is the battery. If the headlights remain on for an extended period, it can easily lead to battery depletion, affecting engine startup and shortening the battery's lifespan. The battery is an essential part of a car, which can be divided into traditional lead-acid batteries and maintenance-free batteries. The functions of a car battery include: 1. Providing a strong starting current to the starter when starting the engine; 2. Assisting the generator in supplying power to electrical equipment when the generator is overloaded; 3. Supplying power to electrical equipment when the engine is idling.