Is the battery dead in a Certified Used Car?
Dead battery in certified used car! I bought a 2003 expedition 3 months ago with “certification”. Upon attempting to start my new purchase, I found the battery quite dead. The salesperson had to jump it… “If you have any problems, let us know!” They said. Yesterday, the battery was dead.
Can a new battery cause a car to die?
I bought a new battery and a week later the car is dead again. The car has been sitting in the shop for a week and they do not know what is wrong?:cryin: Its not the altinater?
How do you start a car with a dead battery?
Connect the red clamp to the positive post (+ symbol or red cover) of the dead battery. Connect the black clamp to an unpainted, grounded metal surface somewhere on the vehicle’s frame. Once everything is connected, turn the jump-starter on as directed. After a minute or two, start the car.
When to stop worrying about a dead battery?
In any case, you’re only chance for a new battery probably flew out the window when you didn’t ask for one while the vehicle was still on the dealer’s lot. You already bought a new battery, and considering the age of the vehicle that’s appropriate. Stop worrying about the battery. What you need to worry about is the “certification.”
I bought a new battery and a week later the car is dead again. The car has been sitting in the shop for a week and they do not know what is wrong?:cryin: Its not the altinater?
What happens when the smart key battery dies?
In this video, I show you how to start a car when the smart key battery dies. If you own a modern car that uses a proximity key to start the engine, and the battery inside of the key fob dies, you will still be able to start the car. I show you the process with Honda CR-V, but it will be a similar process for other cars.
How can you tell if your car battery is dead?
There are a number of ways to determine that you have a dead car battery, which we have listed below: You are in your car, and you insert your keys into the ignition. However, when you turn the keys, all you get is a ticking or whining sound, and your car will not start. This is a sure sign that your battery is likely dead.
Can you jump start a car with a dead battery?
If anything, a jump start could get you to the store for a new battery or to a mechanic for professional help. Jump starts are not always effective for a long term problem. If your car starts up and works perfectly fine after a jump, great. But, you might run into the same problem the next time you try to start your car.
Dead battery in certified used car! I bought a 2003 expedition 3 months ago with “certification”. Upon attempting to start my new purchase, I found the battery quite dead. The salesperson had to jump it… “If you have any problems, let us know!” They said. Yesterday, the battery was dead.
What to do if your car battery dies from sitting?
In the event your car battery dies from sitting too long, try jump-starting your car. This will usually get your car going again if your battery and vehicle are in relatively good condition. If that doesn’t work, it’s probably time for a replacement battery. [5] Also check to see if there are any signs of a bad alternator.
How long does an unused car battery last?
An unused new battery will have a much shorter life span if it’s not recharged often. [2] Your battery will drain faster when it’s connected to your vehicle than when it’s disconnected. When stored properly, a detached car battery can last up to six months. Like new batteries, the key to making it last is to recharge it regularly.