Cold-Weather Battery Check

Electrical storage batteries become less efficient as the temperature drops during the cold-weaterh months.  Further complicating the matter is the fact that an engine may be more difficult to turn over in colder weather.  These tow factors may combine to cause problems.  Thus, while a battery in less than peak condition may be acceptable at moderate temperatures, it becomes more vulnerable as the cold season settles in.  Have your vehicle’s battery checked before you fact the stark reality of having a dead battery on a dark night.  Check the sticker on your battery to find out its age, and see if it falls within the safe limit of a battery’s ability to hold a proper charge, typically four years.

Have your battery checked regularly to avoid finding your self stuck with a worn-out battery at an inconvenient moment.  At All About Automotive we do routine checks on batteries, belts, and fluids.  We stock batteries for replacement when needed.  We will keep you safely on the road through all seasons.  To schedule an appointment for a repair or a regular maintenance service check visit our shop at 139 NW 2^nd St. in downtown Gresham.

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