How long will a car battery last after the first jump start?
joey jo jo asked:
My car battery just start it showing signs of wearing, enough to not be able to start the car, the radio and ligths all turn on but the motor wont turn, how long will it last on just jump starts?
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My car battery just start it showing signs of wearing, enough to not be able to start the car, the radio and ligths all turn on but the motor wont turn, how long will it last on just jump starts?
August 31st, 2010 at 1:51 pm
just buy a new battery Serg
August 31st, 2010 at 3:10 pm
If it can’t start the car, it’s unless right now.
If you are wondering why you still can drive the car, it because the alternator is providing the electrical power. But you need a battery to power the starter. Kenny
September 3rd, 2010 at 11:36 am
You dont want to rely on just jumpstarts because once your battery is totally dead your at risk of frying your alternator. I would just go out and buy a new battery. EazyE
September 5th, 2010 at 5:24 am
Assuming the car continues running after you remove the jumper cables, the alternator is working. This is what actually powers the electrical system while the car is running. Either your battery is already beyond hope, or there is another issue you need to identify BEFORE dealing with the battery. There could be something draining the battery when the var is turned off. It is also possible your problem is as simple as loose battery cables. STEVEN F
September 6th, 2010 at 6:35 pm
you need a new battery now. mister ss
September 8th, 2010 at 4:35 pm
Don’t expect it will keep a long time.What you should do is buying a new car battery . Joe