My battery has been dead for two or three weeks due to the extreme cold. If I jump the car, will the battery come back to life, or is it not gonna hold a charge?
2007-02-25 03:28:46 · 10 answers · asked by fuji 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You could try a slow charge, this may help, but just jumping and starting may only help you to get started temporarily. You should give the battery a complete re-charge before driving again. Or get an AAA membership! haha
2007-02-25 03:34:32 · answer #1 · answered by special_event_show_producer 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
All batteries only are good for 4/5 years . does your battery fit this time frame ? if it on the edge, the big freeze didn't help. there could be trouble with the alternate, check it this way, with the car running, disconnect the + cable, if the motor dies, the alternate is bad, if it continues to run you can start looking at the cables, clean them till the shine, check and unhook the black cable that attacked to the motor and shine it up , there is a reason why , even a new battery needs a good charge before installing, make sure the red cable is tight on your starter, you can do this !
2007-02-25 13:38:41 · answer #2 · answered by greghemmert 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It could go either way, but chances are it will hold but you will have to, once you get'r started, keep the car running for a good 20 minutes, and you might go for a drive during that time (don't just let it idle), 30-45 minutes wouldn't hurt.
A better method would be to hook it up to a trickle charger and let it sit overnight (at least 8-12 hours, 16-24 is likely best) as this wastes a whole lot less precious fuel.
2007-02-25 11:34:57 · answer #3 · answered by netthiefx 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Extreme cold does not destroy a battery, in fact it preserves it. A reason why it may not start properly even after it has been jumped may be the result of a poor connection. Try taking a file or blade and shave the edges of the connection terminal to get rid off all of the oxidized or corroded parts. Once its jumped, you should drive around for atleast 15 minutes. If you want to make sure and test it properly. Based on your area, if you have an AutoZone, you can take the battery itself there and they will test it for you for free.
Hope I Helped!
2007-02-25 11:41:35 · answer #4 · answered by Runey 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
define extreme , i live in Canada and have seen a few frozen batteries , they were so weak the sulphuric acid froze and they could explode when boosted , even weak battery acid will spoil your day , if it is the type that will allow you to check the electrolyte look for ice crystals , then go to sears and get a new die hard , they are awesome, if no ice then put a trickle charger to it for a day or so , pull your cables first and clean everything shiny before replacement . good luck be safe
2007-02-25 16:02:29 · answer #5 · answered by sterling m 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If its a new battery, it might be ok, the older a battery gets, the more likely it wont recover from severe discharge.
2007-02-25 11:32:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
DO NOT JUST JUMP,remove the battery from vehicle and recharge it.
the battery has been dead for a while ,and may overheat the alternator coils and burn it.
2007-02-25 11:38:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
jump start it and if it starts check the amp gage see if it goes up.let it run for awhile.if it goes up shut off the car see if it will start on its own if not get a new battery.
2007-02-25 11:37:05 · answer #8 · answered by snowman 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well it all depends on how new the battery is but my suggestion is, try it. It wont hurt the car or you(unless you drop it on your foot)
2007-02-25 11:36:33 · answer #9 · answered by chavaalex 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Better to buy a new battery.You do not want to freeze to death do you? Piece of mind is worth the price.
2007-02-25 11:35:55 · answer #10 · answered by (A) 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋