Why does my car battery not work in the cold?
Car batteries produce less electrical current when it’s cold, due to the chemical reaction being slower than on a warm day. Cold batteries simply don’t produce the same amount of power as warm batteries, and this effect can lead to starting issues.
What should I do if my car battery gets cold?
Make sure the radio, headlights, heater, etc., are switched to “off,” so they aren’t pulling energy from your battery and engine. Now put the key in the ignition and turn it from the “off” to the “start” position about ten times. You’re “cycling the key,” which can help warm up the battery and starter.
What kind of battery does a 2008 Pontiac g5 take?
Duralast Gold Battery T5-DLG Group Size T5/LNB2 650 CCA.
Why does my Pontiac G5 battery keep going dead?
For the 2nd time in 4-months the car wouldn’t start because of a dead battery. The 1st time the Pontiac dealer just said something was left on & drained the battery. They charged it and said there was nothing wrong. I let that go as a fluke since its supposed to have run-down protection to shut off whatever may be left on. Well, it happened again.
Why does my daughter’s Pontiac G5 not start?
I have a problem with my daughter’s new 2009 Pontiac G5. For the 2nd time in 4-months the car wouldn’t start because of a dead battery. The 1st time the Pontiac dealer just said something was left on & drained the battery. They charged it and said there was nothing wrong.
How do I replace the battery in my G5?
Replacing the battery in your G5 involves removing the terminals. When you reconnect the terminals, your radio presets are likely to be cleared out. In some G5s, you may need to re-enter a security code to get your radio to work again. Check for this code in your owners manual – it will usually be…
Is the battery voltage too low on a G5?
Yes, the 11.88 volts is too low, depending. The voltage could be that low if the battery is run down a bit. A good battery, after being on a charger for at least an hour, should show around 12.6 volts. If it does not, the battery is bad.
For the 2nd time in 4-months the car wouldn’t start because of a dead battery. The 1st time the Pontiac dealer just said something was left on & drained the battery. They charged it and said there was nothing wrong. I let that go as a fluke since its supposed to have run-down protection to shut off whatever may be left on. Well, it happened again.
What kind of battery does a Pontiac G5 use?
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I have a problem with my daughter’s new 2009 Pontiac G5. For the 2nd time in 4-months the car wouldn’t start because of a dead battery. The 1st time the Pontiac dealer just said something was left on & drained the battery. They charged it and said there was nothing wrong.
Yes, the 11.88 volts is too low, depending. The voltage could be that low if the battery is run down a bit. A good battery, after being on a charger for at least an hour, should show around 12.6 volts. If it does not, the battery is bad.