Car battery dies every winter

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Is that normal that I have to replace the battery every winter?

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That sounds odd to me. :t_rex::t_rex::t_rex:

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Do you drive it enough in the winter?

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That’s true. If it is cold you need to at least start it. :cold_face::cold_face::cold_face:

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I only drive it down the street to the quick shop 5 min drive

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No. Are you driving a GM vehicle with a built-in security system? Those are bad for draining and killing batteries. Consider putting a trickle charger on the battery when the vehicle is parked.

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Its a 2004 toyota camry

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How often do you do that?

I just think if you let the car sit there in the winter too long and not drive it much it may be the reason why your battery keeps dying. That’s just my guess

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Damn. Those are usually pretty reliable. If you’re replacing the battery, look for a shop that deals in reconditioned and blemished batteries. Up to 50% off of normal retail and they’re usually great batteries.

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I go to the quick shop every morning but its a short drive 5 mins

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That may not be enough to recharge the battery if you only go on short trips. Also, the electronics in your vehicle do consume some power even when it is parked.

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I was curious so I did a search. Here’s what Bing has to say:

It is not uncommon for car batteries to die during winter due to the cold weather. The cold weather can cause the battery to lose its charge and even damage it beyond repair or kill it entirely 1. The rate of reaction that creates an electric charge in a car battery is slowed down when the battery is cold, which means a higher charge is required to start and run the vehicle 1. A typical car battery loses about 35% of its strength at 0℃ and about 60% at -17℃ 1. Over a battery’s lifespan, as it naturally deteriorates from internal corrosion, it becomes more difficult for the battery to deliver that higher charge during cold snaps 1.

To prevent your car battery from dying this winter, you can try the following tips 1:

  1. Park your vehicle in a garage or underground parking.
  2. Drive your car for 10km or more a few times each week at least.
  3. Turn off all electrical accessories before turning off the engine.
  4. Check the battery’s age and replace it if it is more than three years old.
  5. Keep the battery terminals clean and free of corrosion.

I hope this helps!

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No, that’s not normal to have to replace a battery once a year. A battery should last between 4 - 5 years depending on how often you drive it and weather conditions. But once a year is way too often.

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