Auto News Desk – There can be many reasons behind a car's battery draining quickly. Here are 5 common reasons why a battery can discharge quickly. Note that some of these reasons are to everyday mistakes, which can be corrected with a little attention.
1. Leaving the lights on
Many times, car headlights, dome lights or other lights are left on by mistake. This causes the battery to discharge slowly, especially when the car is turned off. Some cars these days have an automatic light-off feature, but if not, you should always check the lights.
2. Not using the car for a long time
If the car is turned off for a long time or is not driven regularly, the battery may not be able to charge.
3. Use of overloaded accessories
Excessive accessories, such as music systems, chargers, navigation systems and other electronic devices can place additional load on the battery. If the car engine is off and these devices are on, the battery drains quickly.
4. Battery Life
Usually a car battery lasts for 3-5 years, after which its capacity starts reducing. Old batteries discharge quickly and even more quickly in cold weather. To avoid this problem, it is important to change the battery on time.
5. Bad connections or corrosion of the battery
If the battery connections are loose or the terminals are corroded, the battery may not charge properly.