Your automotive battery contains a material called electrolyte or acid, which is needed for the battery to work properly. Unfortunately, this same material also acts as a catalyst for corrosion – the seal between the battery housing and the post can vent a small amount of acid fumes which, when combined with humidity, heat, dirt, grease and oil, can accelerate the corrosion process.
Read MoreIf you see only battery voltage present at the battery on a running engine, does it mean that the alternator is “‘bad?” NO!
Read MoreTime sure does fly by! We’ve been publishing these Tech Tips for over a year now, and it’s once again time to let you know about all the festivities at Hershey, PA.
Read MoreFalse starts and rock back can happen when the engine starts. causing the pinion gear to release, and then stops.
Read MoreThe computer industry like to compare itself occasionally with the Big Three automakers — in fact, it has been noted that if the auto industry had kept up with computer technology, motorists could buy a V-32 engine that goes 10,000 miles per hour or a 30-pound car that gets 1,000 miles to the gallon — either one at a sticker price of less than $50. Detroit’s response:
Read MoreDid you know that 90% of all products returned under warranty have NO defects, or that most dissatisfied customers just leave rather than complaining?
Read MoreDid you know that batteries are usually classified in three ways?
Read MoreWe’re on the road again – but this time a little closer to home!
Read MoreWe’ll be in Charlotte, NC next week (April 5-8) on the grounds of the Charlotte Motor Speedway for the annual Charlotte AutoFair.
Read MoreIn our world, grounding simply means having the right completion for an electrical circuit. Your vehicle has many different (and often hidden) grounding points.
Read MoreHere’s an easy improvement you can make to your car’s electrical system! Just move the battery ground cable so it goes directly from the battery to a starter mounting bolt.
Read MoreDepending on the air temperature, charging voltage usually runs between 13.5 and 14.8 volts.
Read MoreAre you having alternator problems? When you check the charging voltage at the battery with the engine idling, you should see at least 13.5 volts.
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