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new car battery won't hold a charge

Brand new car battery won’t hold a charge! Here’s 6 reasons Why!

September 18, 2023June 20, 2023

Infuriating, I know, you’ve just changed the battery, and now the new one won’t stay charged. This happens often, especially …

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how to move an automatic car with a dead battery

5 Expert tips on how to move an automatic car with a dead battery!

July 21, 2023May 18, 2023

The problem with automatic transmission vehicles is that trying to push or move the car is impossible unless the vehicle …

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can a bad tensioner cause a loss of power

Can a bad tensioner cause a loss of power? [Answered]

April 11, 2023March 27, 2023

When it comes to engine performance, even small components can have a significant impact. One such component is the tensioner, …

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why is my alternator smoking

7 reasons why your alternator is smoking!

June 20, 2023March 12, 2023

Smoke is usually an indicator of something going wrong within the alternator, and if left unaddressed, it can lead to …

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can a car battery die while driving

Can a car battery die while driving?

July 19, 2023December 23, 2022

A car battery that dies while driving is one of the worst things. What a way to ruin your day. …

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jump start cables

Can a car battery be too dead to jump start?

May 18, 2023December 21, 2022

Jump-starting a car battery will work 90% of the time. If you struggle to jump-start your car, naturally, you’ll need …

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can a bad alternator cause a misfire

The links between a bad alternator and an engine misfire!

September 12, 2023December 20, 2022

A bad alternator can cause a misfire which will be explained in more detail, but it is rare. An alternator …

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car won't turn over

15 different reasons why your car won’t turn over!

August 28, 2023November 18, 2022

A dead battery is not the only reason why your car won’t turn over, but it is the most common. …

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how long to leave a car running to charge its battery

How Long To Leave A Car Running To Charge Its Battery?

July 19, 2023September 1, 2022

As you must have guessed, there are various ways to recharge a car’s battery. And so, in this article, we …

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