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Make sure you wiper blades are not stuck to the windshield before you turn them on. This will help prevent damage to the wiper motor.

Make sure your fluids (Ex. oil, transmission, coolant) are changed at the appropriate times. This will extend you cars life.

If your ignition key will not turn, try rocking your steering wheel back and forth while turning the key.

Loose gas caps are a common problem if your "Check Engine" light is on, check that first.

Battery Basics

Today's vehicles have more electrical demands than ever, and batteries play an essential role in meeting those demands. The battery supplies the electrical current that the starter motor requires to start the engine. It also provides power to the electrical components and accessories when the vehicle's engine is not running. When the electrical load exceeds the charging system's capacity, the battery steps in supplying the extra current required. The battery also acts as a voltage stabilizer for the entire electrical system.

Do-it-yourself maintenance can play an essential role in maximizing the life of your battery. It is also important to have your battery and charging system checked at least once a year. Early detection of a weak component can save you time and money. Have us perform a complete electrical system check and a conductance test on the battery with the Midtronics 700 analyzer.

As a battery ages, the plate surface can sulfate or shed active material, which adversely affects its ability to perform. Conductance can be used to detect cell defects, shorts, and open circuits which can cause the battery to fail. Using Conductance, Midtronics testers are able to determine the battery's true state of health and provide an indication of the battery's remaining life.

Midtronics Conductance Technology is recognized worldwide as the new standard for determining battery condition and controlling battery charging, and is the required test method for battery warranty decisions at most automotive OEMs worldwide. Major backup power users worldwide use Conductance testing as their guideline for battery management decisions.

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