Why does the car battery drain quickly when it is parked?

Despite the fact that the VAZ 2114 runs on gasoline, the electrical component in it is very important. Without maintaining the voltage within the required limits, the lighting will not be able to work, and the battery will be discharged. And most importantly, the ignition system will not be able to function without electricity, which means the engine will not work. Therefore, it is important that the electrical circuit of the machine is maintained in good condition.

Checking the functionality of the voltage regulator is a very important event.

How to find out the exact reason why your car battery drains quickly

It is necessary to move from assumptions to repair and adjustment work in tandem with a multimeter. This miracle device will indicate whether the current leakage exceeds the permissible figures. If yes, then with its help you can find out the exact reason why the battery discharges quickly when the car is stationary.

So, grab the multimeter, move the handle to the 200 mA position, remove the negative terminal, and place the probes in the gap between the wire and the battery negative. We fix the value.

So, on a car without external signaling and music, the leakage current should be literally 70-80 mA. Rejected? Then it’s not surprising that your car’s battery drains quickly. Rather, dive into the mounting block and pull the fuses one by one, while measuring the amperage. When the numbers drop noticeably, consider that the gluttonous chain has been found.

If this is not observed, then the power circuits remain - the generator, starter and ignition system. First, inspect their contacts and wires. Oxidized terminals and poor insulation contribute to leakage.

Please note that we indicated the normal quiescent current for cars, as they say, from the assembly line. It’s hard to say how much the stuffed version should have. If only because some non-standard security systems in the “auto locked” state consume about 50 mA, while others consume 100 mA. If you want to see the quiescent current on a locked car, hold the hood switch and set the alarm to security mode.

Do not forget that driving short distances in traffic jams leads to chronic undercharging of the battery, especially in cold weather. From which one day the battery will be forced to give up the starter, requiring resuscitation from the mains charger. And not just any way! Each battery has its own charging technology: we have already explained what proper charging of an AGM battery looks like and provided instructions for charging an EFB battery.

How to test a car battery with a multimeter

Testing a car battery with a multimeter involves connecting two probes at once. Also turn off the engine before taking measurements.

Place the red probe against the “positive” terminal, the black one against the “negative” terminal. If you mix it up, it’s okay, the device will show the current numbers, just with a minus sign.

Look at the device screen. The normal battery charge ranges from 12.6 to 12.9 volts.

The operation of the battery can also be checked with the engine running. When checking the car battery with a multimeter, you will also find out how the battery works in conjunction with the generator, as well as whether the voltage regulator is working properly.

Normal numbers with the engine running are 13-14 volts. If the multimeter shows less, the battery needs to be charged, or there is a current leak.

Remember: a multimeter will show the battery charge, but will not tell you everything about its operation. There are other devices for this. For example, a load fork.

VAZ 2114 battery drains quickly

The battery is an important part of a modern car, and it is extremely undesirable to allow it to discharge

A car with a carburetor engine is especially dependent on electricity, because the internal combustion process itself depends on the supply of current to the spark plugs. Most passenger cars are equipped with a 12 V battery with high current. For example, in the same VAZ 2114, starting the engine requires a current of 250-300 A, and sometimes even higher. Let's consider the main reasons for unscheduled loss of charge.

Of course, the most obvious cause of loss of charge is battery wear. The 6ST-55A battery, which is on the “fourteen”, is a traditional lead-acid type. These do not last very long in principle, and you need to be prepared for the fact that the normal service life of such models is three, maybe four years. There are also more advanced batteries that are completely maintenance-free, without plugs for filling electrolyte - they can last five years, but they must be treated with care. So, when the battery has served its life, its plates have probably already seriously crumbled, and the capacity has dropped significantly.

After a couple of turns of the key, such a battery no longer shows signs of life, and you need to go buy a new one.

But why does the battery of a VAZ 2114, which has not lasted even a year, run out? A battery purchased from a store could already be defective. Both flooded and dry batteries can be sold, but preference should be given to the former. The manufacturer fills in a special electrolyte at the factory, with impurities and special components, which performs better in operation than a conventional electrolyte found separately. When purchasing, you should immediately measure the voltage - it is better not to buy a battery whose terminals have a voltage of 11 V or lower. In addition, you should not take copies that have been in the store for more than three months - they will age faster, even expensive ones.

If you are completely sure that the battery is in order, but the charge still runs out, you should first identify the cause. The charge may drop when idle or while driving. When the engine is running, the battery acts as a consumer, which is powered by the on-board generator. Typically, the charge is consumed precisely when starting the engine, it is then that maximum currents are required, then the on-board network is taken over by the generator. If the generator fails, then powering the on-board network and providing the engine with electricity falls on the battery, which, in principle, cannot operate in this mode for a long time. Usually it's an hour, maybe more.

Why does the battery discharge by itself? Dealing with leakage current

Many people are familiar with this situation: a car sits on the street for two or three days without moving, and when you try to get into it and drive it somewhere, instead of the vigorous sound of the starter rotating, you hear only the clicks of the overrunning clutch or nothing at all. The battery is dead. Why? Why does it discharge on its own? And what should you do now: run for a new one, charge this one, call a friend or get help from the gym?

Little by little

Simple times are long gone. Approximately in that bright era when cars acquired electronic devices in the form of radios, immobilizers, security systems, navigators, radar detectors and other things powered by the on-board network. And don’t forget about, for example, electronic control units for the engine, gearbox and other components that also consume current. Some of these devices consume electricity even when the car is turned off. Their consumption is small and the battery cannot be discharged quickly. But there are three classic situations when current consumption becomes more than necessary.

First reason

, due to which the current consumption becomes too large, this is the incorrect installation of some of these devices. The same radio tape recorder can be installed in such a way that it will work, but at the same time something will be shorted somewhere. I generally keep quiet about the alarm system - a lot of trouble can be caused there.

The second reason

- ordinary absent-mindedness. You may forget that, for example, you need to turn off the lights in the cabin or take out the DVR from the cigarette lighter. Not all cars are able to “warn” about the lights not being turned off and turn off the power to the cigarette lighter after turning off the ignition. However, this is not exactly our situation.

Well, the third reason

– a malfunction in the device circuit or the device itself. A classic example: the trunk light is on. Everything seems to be working, but after two or three days of inactivity, it may no longer be possible to start the engine: if the battery is not completely fresh, it will be severely discharged during this time. In addition, in older cars, leakage may increase due to faulty wiring. Somewhere it rubbed, somewhere it melted, somewhere the crooked hands of Uncle Vasya’s electrician slipped off... There are many reasons, but there is only one consequence - an increase in the leakage current and a dead battery. So how do you know if this current is ok on your car and what to do if it is too high?

Current vs multimeter

The only tool we need for our work is a multimeter. Moreover, I did not use a top-end instrument at all, but some kind of balalaika for 140 rubles, which is capable of showing numbers on the screen. This probably wouldn’t be suitable for a professional electrician, but it’s just right for us, the crooked ones. Because in the course of our work today, due to inexperience, the multimeter can be burned. How to do this (or rather, not to do it)? Easily.

So, our task is to measure the current that the car consumes in “hibernation mode”. To do this, we switch the multimeter to the mode of changing the current, in our case - by 10 A. In our Chinese multimeter, this is the maximum permissible current. If your multimeter is cooler than ours (which, in general, is not difficult), it is better to set it to 20 A. The fact is that the multimeter must be connected to the circuit, and all the current consumed will pass through it. The leakage current should be small - a maximum of 80-90 mA, but the moment the multimeter is connected to an open circuit, the current of all electrical equipment will pass through it, which will turn on after the circuit is closed. The current can reach up to 15 A and only after a few seconds drops to normal. But these few seconds are enough to burn out, if not the entire multimeter, then at least its fuse (if there is one).

Therefore, do not listen to those who suggest simply disconnecting the negative terminal and plugging a multimeter into the gap, placing one of its wires on the battery terminal, and the second on the wire removed from the terminal. Of course, according to the diagram, the connection should be like this, but it is better to do it in a slightly different sequence. Namely, connect one wire of the multimeter to the terminal, the second to the wire on this terminal, and only after that remove the wire from the battery terminal. In this way, you can avoid a current surge when the multimeter is connected to the circuit.

In addition, this method allows you to avoid another unpleasant moment: since there is no actual break in the circuit, there is no need to carry out all the operations with the car that are necessary after disconnecting the battery: adjusting the radio, time, operation of the windows and making other adaptations.

The third positive point is that you don’t have to wait until the leakage current indicators “settle down”. If you break the circuit and then plug a multimeter into the gap, the current consumed will be large for the first minutes due to the large number of consumers who come back to life. The ECU will “wake up”, the capacitors will begin to charge, the climate control may begin to work (at least self-diagnosis or rotate the dampers), and this is where the current will be increased. And then you have to wait until the systems calm down. It can take half an hour for the electronics in complex cars to completely fall asleep. And waiting half an hour is boring.

Battery wear

No matter how correctly the car owner maintains the car and the battery, in particular, such a battery has its own resource, which is usually 5-6 years, depending on the specific brand and modification of the battery. Such worn-out batteries do not charge well, lose their capacity, and, ultimately, with any temperature changes, they cannot produce the necessary current power to start the engine.

Premature wear of the battery can be prevented by regularly recharging it, preventing frequent engine starts, and the car owner should not allow the battery to completely discharge deeply, which is often noted when there are problems with the generator. In the future, restoring the old battery will be problematic, therefore, if the battery has lost its capacity and is discharged literally overnight, then the easiest way is to replace it with a high-quality new battery, which will solve the existing problems.

How to start a car without a battery using a pusher alone?

It happens that, far from a busy highway, a dead battery refuses to work. How to start a car alone? Well, if there is another battery, you can use it as a cigarette lighter. But often only the “pusher” can help out.

It’s good if the car is parked on a slope or a flat surface, you can push it. But if the battery runs out, any gasoline car can be started with the help of 5-6 meters of rope, from the “pusher”.

We offer a step-by-step algorithm on how to start a front-wheel drive car with a dead battery alone:

• Use the steering wheel to align the front wheel for easy access.
• Place a jack under the front wheel.
• Secure the rear wheel diagonally from the raised one in front and behind with supports made of bricks or improvised material.
• Turn on the ignition, tighten the handbrake, set 3rd gear.
• A sling, cable or rope is wound around the wheel so that when unwinding, the rotation of the wheel is in the direction of travel. 3 threads along the tread are enough.
• Pull the end of the winding as hard as you can to give the wheel maximum speed. Repeat the operation until the engine starts.
• Depress the clutch, switch off the gear, leave the engine running.

Release the wheel from the jack, remove the stop from the rear, and remove the rope. Drive without turning off the engine to recharge the battery from the generator.

Why did the new battery discharge to zero overnight after being installed in the car?

If you managed to blame everything on the old power source, then know that this is a grave mistake. Before replacing the battery with a new one, the owner is obliged to check the generator, leakage current, and diagnose the long-lived voltage. What should be the voltage on a car battery without load is the subject of the previous article.

1. Car radio. Trivial neglect of installation rules leads to high current consumption when switched off.
2. Signaling. Cheap equipment often malfunctions, and makeshift power supply negates the advantages of even reliable anti-theft models.

Causes of battery leakage current

The purpose of the battery is to start the engine and help the generator provide power to the consumers of the on-board network if the latter cannot cope with the load. During the trip, the battery is recharged from the generator and compensates for the discharge. In theory, a car battery should not lose charge while parked, but there is a leakage current. Moreover, in modern cars, where there are a lot of electronics, the leakage current increases and often exceeds the norm.

• worn out or poor quality wiring, insulation;
• incorrect connection of electronics (sound system, TV, etc.);
• dirty, oxidized contacts.

It is important to understand that leakage current from a car battery can lead not only to battery discharge, but also to a wiring fire. A discharged battery is unpleasant in itself, but if the leakage current is not brought back to normal, the consequences of this phenomenon will be much worse.

Therefore, it is important to detect the cause of the leakage current and eliminate it. How to find the culprit of this phenomenon?

Why doesn't the starter turn?

Contacts

The simplest and most easily remedied reason is poor contact; there is no difference between the carburetor and the injector. There are quite large currents in the starter, generator, and battery circuits; the slightest deterioration in electrical contact leads to local heating, oxidation, a further increase in current resistance and a parasitic voltage drop.

The terminals of the VAZ 2110 battery must be removed, cleaned of dirt, the contact surface must be treated with fine sandpaper, carefully placed on the battery contacts without distortion and tightened with a wrench. The wires from the battery to the housing, generator, starter, as well as the connection to the ground of the generator and starter are checked. The contacts are cleaned, the nuts and bolts securing them are tightened.

Battery

The most obvious reason is battery failure.

Such a battery will externally charge (quickly due to the sharply decreased capacity), but will not be able to provide the starting current necessary for starting. You can drive with it, but starting a cold car, especially when the temperature drops, is impossible.

If the bank fails or there is an internal short circuit, the output voltage decreases, which is easily determined with a multimeter. There is only one way out - replacing the battery.

Leakage current

The most hidden reason is a large leakage current. When all consumers in the car are turned off, the battery still gradually discharges; this is a self-discharge current due to the design and operating principle of the battery.

Additional leakage current is caused by incorrectly connected devices, damaged wiring and, oddly enough, dirt on the battery case. We clean the outside of the battery from dirt with a rag, especially the upper plane and near the terminals, disconnect the negative wire, insert a multimeter into the gap in current measurement mode to the maximum limit.

Lowering the measurement limit, we obtain the first values. For a VAZ 2110, a current of 3–5 milliamps (mA) will be an excellent indicator, up to 15 mA is normal (especially when the alarm is on), with a value of more than 30 mA (for an injector 50 mA), you need to look for a “malicious” waste of electricity.

The easiest way to do this is to remove the fuses one by one to detect the circuit in which the faulty consumer is hidden. If you don’t have a multimeter, you can turn on a 12-volt test lamp instead; if the leakage current is high, it will light up. The cigarette lighter, starter and generator on an injection engine are not protected by fuse links; they are checked by disconnecting the wires themselves.

Undercharge

Probably the most common reason for a VAZ 2110 is an undercharged battery. The energy spent on starting the engine must then be replenished.

The current generated by the generator, the value of which increases with increasing engine speed, powers the ignition system, other consumers (headlights, heater and radiator fans, air conditioning, interior and trunk lighting, music, heated seats, cigarette lighter, etc.), and the rest goes to charge battery.

If the generator or relay-regulator fails, there will not be enough current for charging; this malfunction will be indicated by a light on the dashboard.

Diagnostics and standard battery leakage current

What you need when measuring battery leakage current:

• multimeter;
• open-end wrench 10;
• gloves.

• First, turn off the ignition and remove the key from the lock. Close the car doors and open the windows. During the measurement, the battery will be turned off and on. Therefore, the central locking may work. So, just in case, leave access to the salon;
• check that all current consumers are turned off (pay attention to the light bulbs under the hood, in the trunk, glove compartment, etc.);
• open the hood and disconnect the negative terminal from the battery;
• after this, switch the multimeter to current measurement mode and connect it to the gap between the negative terminal and the negative terminal of the battery;
• turn on the multimeter and take readings of the leakage current.

The normal leakage current is considered to be values ​​from 15 to 70 mA. Quite normal performance for a modern car.

If in your case the leakage current of the car battery is much higher, then you need to look for the reason for this. How to do it?

Connect the multimeter as mentioned above, and begin to remove the fuses and relays one by one. This is done to alternately open the circuits in the on-board network. When the leakage current readings return to normal, it means you have found a circuit with a problem consumer. Next, you need to deal with this device in more detail (repair, replacement).

Below you can watch a video about measuring the leakage current of a car battery:

Safety measures when restoring battery capacity

There are a number of mandatory requirements that must be met when recharging. Otherwise, you may get injured and permanently damage the battery.

Requirements:

• When charging, the battery emits toxic volatile substances, so it is strictly forbidden to charge batteries in a house or apartment.
• Since the battery has an acidic environment in its containers, work is carried out using personal protective equipment.
• Do not charge the battery near an open fire, as explosive hydrogen gas is released during charging.

Proper use and regular monitoring of the condition of the battery can significantly increase its service life. In addition, this will help save money on repairs or purchasing a new device.

When starting from an external power source, the following safety precautions must be observed:

• Do not smoke or use fire during external starting.
• It is advisable to remove metal jewelry and items of clothing, tuck in the hanging edges of a shirt, etc.
• Make sure that the donor vehicle does not touch a vehicle with a dead battery.
• Do not touch the car body when power is applied.

Now you have all the necessary information on how to properly charge your battery without damaging it or reducing its capacity. In addition, we recommend you one effective and simple remedy that will help you avoid the most common mistakes - read the instruction manual for your battery.

What to do if the battery charging light is on?

First of all, get out of the car and, with the engine running, measure the voltage at the battery terminals (do not remove the clamps under any circumstances).

If charging is in progress, the voltage should be at 13.6-14.2 Volts. In the absence of charge, the voltage level will be much lower - about 12 Volts.

To fix the problem, prepare the following tools:

• twelve volt indicator light,
• two screwdrivers (flat and Phillips),
• multimeter,
• pliers,
• knife,
• Use sandpaper to clean contacts.

The readings of the on-board voltmeter indicate the presence of a charge, the charge signal lamp on the dashboard does not light up, there are about 12 volts at the battery terminals, and the battery itself is almost discharged.

In such a situation, clean the wire connections on the power source itself. If these measures are useless, measure the voltage level at terminal “30” of the generator itself.

Place one multimeter probe on this terminal, and the other on ground. If the voltage here is much higher than at the battery, then strip the thirtieth terminal. If necessary, replace the wire from the generator to the battery.

The voltmeter on the dashboard and the lamp show the presence of a charge, but the battery is discharged.

The voltage on the battery is normal (about 14 Volts). Turning on a load (for example, headlights) causes the charge arrow to shift to the extreme left position.

The main reason is weak belt tension on the generator pulley (tighten the belt, and if it is damaged, replace it).

This problem can also be caused by a breakdown of one of the diodes, as well as a break in the stator phase winding. Turn off the ignition and check the diodes with a multimeter. In case of breakdown, replace them.

Check the generator brushes. To do this, take them out and measure the length. If it is less than five millimeters, then it is better to replace the brushes.

When you turn the key in the ignition, the charge warning lamp does not light up, the charge sensor does not work, and there is no charge on the battery. The reason is a blown fuse.

Its designation is F10, rating is 10 Amperes. If installing a new fuse does not produce results, then the reason must be sought in the ignition relay or the lock itself.

After turning on the ignition, there is no charge, all devices work, the warning light does not light up.

The check is simple - remove the wiring from terminal “sixty-one” of the generator and connect it directly to the “minus” (car body). If the light comes on, then the cause of the problem is the generator field winding.

The second option is bad contact in the connector. If after cleaning there is no result, then there is a risk of the lamp itself burning out.

When you turn the key in the ignition, the charge lamp lights up, and after starting it continues to light up. In this case, there is no charging or appears periodically. The reason is insufficient contact of the wire at the connector with the dashboard (it may oxidize).

Finally, check the relay regulator. To do this, apply voltage from the battery to its contacts. If there is 12 volts on the brushes, then the relay is working properly. If not, the device must be replaced.

If you have problems charging the battery (the warning light does not go out or does not light up at all), then check all versions.

But, as a rule, the problem is always on the surface, and the cause is poor contact, a burnt out light bulb or a faulty relay regulator. Good luck on the roads and of course no breakdowns.

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On domestically produced cars, the dashboard is not informative enough. However, it contains all the main indicators of the operation of the main components and systems of the vehicle. Sometimes a situation occurs when something goes wrong, but it is impossible to determine the malfunction at the initial stage.

From this article you will learn why the battery charging lamp is constantly on or a weak indication appears. Why this happens and what to do, read on.

Your car's battery suddenly runs out: are you sure you're not distracted?

A simple reason for losing all charge literally overnight could be elementary absent-mindedness. For example, when parking the car, the owner forgot to turn off the lights or the music. Therefore, rule No. 1 is to remember/check whether all electrical appliances connected bypassing the ignition switch were de-energized.

We recommend checking it out, especially if there are children in the family who are partial to the car. Sitting in the driver's seat as a child, there is a desire to twist everything that turns, including the buttons that turn on the consumers.

Well, and a cigarette lighter. It works in almost all cars, even when the keys are far from the ignition switch. This means that the navigator, recorder and other non-standard gadgets steal current from the battery when it is idle. Therefore, make it a habit to unplug all cords from the socket when parking your car for a long time.

Why can the car battery die overnight?

Battery failure is one of the most common nightmares of car enthusiasts. The situation when a car was put in the garage in working condition in the evening, and in the morning all attempts to start it were in vain, is not uncommon. The battery shows absolutely no signs of life. Such a “surprise” can come from a completely new battery in a car. Let's try to figure out what could be the reasons for this malfunction and why the battery drains overnight.

Why does the car battery drain quickly?

Here we will analyze each reason in detail, reveal the nature of its origin, and also give examples of restoring the viability of your battery.

Resource exhausted

Typically, this problem is the most common among others. Such properties are typical for batteries, the life of which has approached the mark of 4-5 years. Moreover, the intensity of work does not play a role here. In addition to discharging, it loses capacity.

Most acid batteries suffer from sulfation. This problem occurs due to the accumulation of lead sulfate on the plates. In view of this, the total area of ​​the so-called “active mass” is significantly reduced. But it must interact with the electrolyte.

Towards the end of the term, the capacity may drop to a level of even less than 30%. To avoid this and, accordingly, extend the service life, you need to:

1. Avoid frequent starts of the power plant and too short trips, otherwise the battery simply will not have time to charge. Much more current is consumed during startup. Accordingly, after traveling a short distance, the lost energy simply will not be restored.
2.  Charge your battery from a stationary charger from time to time. For any type of modern battery, being in a half-discharged state is extremely unsafe.
3.  Deep discharging significantly reduces battery life. This conclusion should especially be applied to calcium batteries, that is, maintenance-free ones.
4. Periodically check the level in the electrolyte bottles. If exposed plates are detected, you should immediately recharge the battery and add the required amount of liquid.

But remember that after 3-4 years the battery most likely requires replacement with a new one. Therefore, it is better to buy a “fresh” battery. By the way, now many stores offer exchange with an additional payment for an old battery.

Required charge missing

A similar reason is no less common. In this case, the battery can be completely in good working order. In this case, the problem area and the device may be the wiring from the “genes”, or the device itself. After driving without a working generator, turning off the car, you will find that the subsequent start will be unsuccessful in any case.

To check charging you need to use a multimeter. We start the engine, turn on the optics, music and measure the voltage at the battery outputs. During normal operation, the “genes” indicators should be at the level of 13-14 V. If they are lower, then the battery does not receive an insufficient charge level. If the value, on the contrary, is greater, then intense hydrolysis and, accordingly, evaporation of the liquid will occur.

Reasons why the battery may not receive the required dose of charge include:

• broken belt “genes”;
• belt sag;
• lack of contact or broken wiring;
• charge relay malfunction;
• combustion of the diode bridge.

If you notice that the battery is not charging, it is better to contact a specialized service to clarify the cause of the problem.

Break or leak in the car network

If there is more leakage than normal, then the battery may discharge overnight. The main reasons include:

• terminal oxidation;
• damaged insulation, worn wiring;
• Devices are connected incorrectly.

How to Check for Normal Leakage

The procedure is as follows:

1. Take out the key and, just in case, open the window (in case the doors get locked).
2. Turn off all implicit voltage consumers.
3. Remove the negative terminal.
4. Use a multimeter to measure the current, connecting one end to the negative terminal of the battery, the other to the “open” terminal.

How to find the leakage current and understand why the battery dies in a car, you will learn from this video:

Driver forgetfulness

This reason is quite simple, you simply forgot to turn off the headlights, radio or something else. It’s difficult to recommend anything in this case, just force yourself to check the devices before leaving. In modern cars, manufacturers are increasingly trying to install automatic systems that themselves turn off the power to the optics, heating, and radio.

Temperature

If the temperature outside was very low, then by morning you will probably find that the battery is completely dead. Unfortunately, the winter period is always difficult, there are problems with starting. It is worth knowing that at temperatures below 15°C, the battery charge may drop by 1-2 mAh. If the battery is discharged, the electrolyte located there may simply freeze.

Tips for working in winter:

1. Be sure to keep the battery charge at maximum.
2. Increase density from 1.27 to 1.3 g/cm.
3. Build an insulating cover.
4. In very severe frost, you can remove the battery and take it home.

This video explains why your battery drains quickly:

Instead of an afterword

When buying a used car, it is useful to know how to find an electrical leak and understand its cause. Take a multimeter to inspect your car - you will save yourself from unpleasant surprises, such as a suddenly dead battery, power surges or burnt wiring.

For the same purpose, check the car's history. This can be done directly during a conversation with the seller. It’s convenient to use the Autocode service - monitor information from 13 sources at once: traffic police, RSA, EAISTO, banks, tax and other services. The verification will take 5 minutes.

Afterwards you will find out the actual mileage, number of owners, history of fines, as well as information about theft, participation in an accident, restrictions on car registration and much more. Be carefull!

Having fully studied the online report, it is still worth taking a closer look at the technical nuances of the car when purchasing. And if you are not confident in your knowledge, or it is not possible to go for an inspection, order an on-site inspection service. The specialist will conduct a diagnosis for you and make a detailed conclusion from a professional point of view.

Many car owners have encountered a situation where they were unable to start their car in the morning. And everything was fine in the evening. And the battery itself is new and in good condition. The reason here may be battery leakage current. This phenomenon exists on any car, but must fit within a certain norm. If the leakage current limit is exceeded, the battery will discharge while parked. As a result, you will have problems starting the engine. It's time to figure out what causes battery leakage current and how to bring it back to normal.

Car alarms

A car alarm installed outside the factory can completely discharge the battery to zero within just 2 - 3 days. So remember, friends, if there is one in the car, then do not ignore it. Check all the wires of this car alarm, follow them where they go and to which connectors they are connected. It is possible that the specialists who connected it decided to save time and took the path of least resistance, thereby violating the technology of its installation and thereby increasing the load on the battery itself. As for factory car alarms, they are considered to be of higher quality. In addition, they are installed by highly qualified specialists who will not cut corners in this regard.

What to do if a breakdown in the battery circuit occurs while on the road?

When the battery icon lights up while the car is moving, you should check all possible options, but this must be done in a garage environment. By turning off the car, you can become a hostage to a situation where, due to a dead battery, you will not be able to start the car without outside help.

Welcome, friends, to the DIY auto repair website. When you turn the ignition key, a number of warning lights come on on the dashboard. They signal that the system is working properly and the engine is ready to start.

One of these indicators has an image of a battery. When you turn on the ignition, it starts to light up, and after starting the engine, it goes out.

This indicates that the battery is charging. But what if this does not happen? Why does the battery charging light stay on even after starting?

Replacing the diode bridge

To replace the relay regulator and the rectifier unit (another name is a diode bridge), you need to disassemble the generator, first removing it from the VAZ 2110, for which you will need 13, 10 keys and a Phillips screwdriver.

To remove the generator you need to:

• Disconnect the battery terminals;
• Remove the rubber cap on the generator and unscrew the nut securing the wires with a 10 mm wrench;
• Pull out the connector;
• Loosen the tension mechanism nut, unscrew the tension bolt and remove the bracket;
• Move the generator with the mounting tool, loosen the belt and remove it;
• Using a 13mm socket, unscrew the 3 bolts from below and remove the generator along with the lower bracket.

For further work, the back cover is removed; it is held in place by 3 plastic latches. Use a Phillips screwdriver to unscrew two screws and remove the relay combined with the brush assembly. To remove the rectifier unit, you need to unscrew the 4 screws securing it and the capacitor, as well as the ends of the windings.

The relay can only be replaced as a whole; there are several models on sale, even with a “summer-winter” switch for selecting the output voltage. It is also better to replace the diode bridge as an assembly.

VAZ 2110 battery light is on

Photo of the instrument panel of a VAZ 2110 car. The battery lamp is third from the left in the bottom row.

It is possible, for example, a loss of current when the car is turned off, or increased consumption of on-board electronics during a trip. And even under normal discharge conditions, the generator may fail and will not replenish the battery charge due to a malfunction. If, when starting the VAZ 2110, the battery lamp on the dashboard lights up. then the latter option takes place.

But why exactly the generator does not supply voltage is quite difficult to immediately determine. The most obvious scenario is that the belt is loose and the generator simply does not reach the required speed for operation. Then you just need to tighten the belt and monitor the behavior of the light bulb. If even after this the battery does not charge, the voltage regulator may be the culprit.

In operating condition, the generator voltage regulator smoothes the output voltage to a level of 13.2-14.7 V. If in the on-board network the value is much different, then the problem lies precisely in the operation of the regulator. If 14.7 V or higher is detected, then the regulator shorts the “ground” and the “DF” output - you can try to eliminate the short circuit. If the voltage, on the contrary, is low, then the voltage regulator needs to be changed completely. In the considered scenarios involving a faulty regulator, the VAZ 2110 battery light comes on only in the case of low voltage, since the battery begins to “starve”

But the effect of high voltage on the battery is much more detrimental - it is very important to monitor the voltage in the network

Another reason for the blinking light on the “ten” may be the failure of one of the diodes of the rectifier unit. The diode is designed to pass current only in one direction and prevent it from going to the generator.

Photo of the rectifier diodes of the VAZ 2110 generator. 3 - additional diodes, 2 - negative diodes, 1 - positive diodes

Very often, diodes burn when they are incorrectly connected to the cigarette lighter in the cabin. Then the current from the battery can go into the generator winding, which does not bode well. When a diode fails, it can either conduct current in both directions or not pass it at all. Then the generator does not supply current, and the battery runs out. And when the battery light on the panel is on on a VAZ 2110, it is recommended to check the alternator diodes with an ohmmeter.

This is quite simple to do, but to do this you first need to disassemble the generator. First of all, you need to remove the wire from the negative terminal of the battery. Then the excitation wire from the generator itself is disconnected. Use a 10mm wrench to unscrew the nut that secures the remaining wires. Remove the belt, unscrew the adjusting screw and retaining nut. Remove the tension bar, use a 13mm wrench to unscrew the fastening nut from the bottom and the fastening bolt. After this, the generator will move away.

To get to the rectifier block, which contains the diodes, you will need an 8mm and 10mm wrench. A Phillips screwdriver will also come in handy. We connect an ohmmeter to each diode in turn and look at its reaction. If the contacts are connected differently, the ohmmeter should show either infinity or a value of about several hundred ohms. Accordingly, each diode must be tested using two options for connecting the device. And if the picture does not correspond to that described, the diode needs to be replaced, or better yet, a new rectifier unit must be installed. The same reason for replacement can be damage to the valves of the rectifier unit.

Another reason why the VAZ 2110 battery light is on may be the unsoldered terminals of the generator excitation winding, which have lost connection with the slip rings. Then you can simply solder them back, or replace the entire generator rotor. The same effect, namely the complete absence of current supply from the generator, will result in a short circuit or break in the generator excitation winding. It is necessary to disassemble the device and use an ohmmeter to check the stator terminals for short circuits, and by passing current for open circuits. When shorted to ground, the generator begins to whine characteristically, which in itself should seriously alert the car enthusiast. In order not to get wrapped up, it is easier to simply replace the entire stator assembly - however, the cause of the failure still needs to be found out.

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Acting

A fairly common situation in the modern automotive world: on cars with a “start-stop” mode, instead of an expensive AGM battery, a regular “plebek” is installed. The reason, as a rule, is one: poverty, less often - the greed of the owner. If he turns off the start-stop mode every time, then the battery will, of course, last for some time, but in real situations no one usually does this. And since a simple battery is not designed for deep discharges, it can die much earlier than its intended date. Therefore, at the first signs of the “blues”, the owner must understand: most likely he has already ruined the poor battery...

We invite everyone who wants to share their methods of assessing the residual battery life to do so!

Common causes of problems

Let's look at the main reasons why a car battery runs out quickly, for example overnight. Let's try to group the main ones.

No matter how good and high-quality the battery you choose, in some situations it can still fail. Therefore, you shouldn’t be surprised that your car’s battery suddenly dies overnight, even if it’s new. There are explanations for this situation.

The main ones are presented below:

• The battery has exhausted its allotted resource , to put it simply, it has become old;
• problems with the generator , as a result of which it does not infect the battery;
• incorrect connection of one of the “consumers” of the machine’s energy , partial or complete malfunctions in these devices;
• the battery will run out faster in unfavorable climatic conditions , for example, at extremely low temperatures;
• The car battery drains quickly overnight if the driver forgets to turn off the lights, music or heating .

What can I do to prevent my battery from draining quickly?

To ensure that the problem of a dead battery affects the car owner as little as possible, the following conditions must be met:

When buying a car alarm, you need to carefully study its characteristics

It is important to understand how much energy it will need. Preference should be given to the system that can remain in sleep mode for the maximum period.

When choosing a radio, it is recommended to pay attention to the one that consumes less energy.

Monitor whether appliances are turned on when they are not needed.

Regularly carry out diagnostics of the serviceability of all machine systems.

Do not allow the battery to become overcooled or overheated.

Buy the battery that is best suited for the parameters of a particular car.. Speaking about measures to extend the life of a car battery, mention should be made of the phenomenon of sulfation

This phenomenon often leads to a shortening of the battery life, reducing its capacity. Its development is facilitated by increased electrolyte density, severe frost or heat, as well as storing the battery for a long period without recharging. Therefore, in order for it to work like a clock and for as long as possible, you need to provide for such nuances, avoiding them if possible. And carry out battery maintenance in a timely manner

When talking about measures to extend the service life of a car battery, we should mention the phenomenon of sulfation. This phenomenon often leads to a shortening of the battery life, reducing its capacity. Its development is facilitated by increased electrolyte density, severe frost or heat, as well as storing the battery for a long period without recharging. Therefore, in order for it to work like a clock and for as long as possible, you need to provide for such nuances, avoiding them if possible. And carry out battery maintenance in a timely manner.

If the situation takes you by surprise, it will be useful to know how to open the car if the battery is dead.

How to check high-voltage wires on a car with a multimeter

If you feel a loss of car power, see increased fuel consumption, the car shakes, and the idle speed fluctuates, it’s time to check the high-voltage wires. More precisely, measure the resistance in them. Remember the procedure:

• disconnect the wires from the machine or disconnect one wire on both sides;
• turn the device into ohmmeter mode and place the probes on both sides of the wire.

The most common causes of car battery failure

Most often, a car battery fails due to improper charging. Most drivers go to extremes - overcharging or, conversely, discharging the battery to zero. As a result, the structural integrity of the battery is compromised. So, in the first case, strong oxidation of the contacts occurs, and in the second, the lead paste begins to peel off. This problem can be solved by using calcium batteries, which practically do not accept current at 95% of the charge.

Another reason for a completely discharged battery is the owner’s forgetfulness. Most often it manifests itself in unlocked doors or leaving the ignition on overnight. Battery failure can also occur due to problems with the generator or belt stretching. In this case, to restore battery functionality, you must fully charge the battery.

Please note: if the battery charge drops below 2 V, it will be almost impossible to “resurrect” it

The three most common causes of battery failure are low temperatures. The fact is that the electrolyte of a charged battery can easily cope with negative temperatures, but for a discharged battery such a temperature regime is fatal. As a result, the structural integrity is compromised, which will negatively affect the life of the battery and ultimately lead to its complete discharge.

Also about the reasons for discharge, watch the video:

Recommendations

Bearings, brushes and stator and rotor windings are also checked for opens and short circuits. It is better to entrust rewinding of the generator, if necessary, to a professional service. Assembly is carried out in reverse order.

If the battery on the VAZ 2110 injector runs out even after a short stay, then do not rush to throw it away. Cleaning contacts and disconnecting “wrong” consumers can solve this problem.

And if the charging indicator lamp also lights up, then the fault must be looked for in the generator. Keep an eye on the condition of your car and it will not let you down.

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A more complex and accurate technique

There are more accurate signs of a dead car battery, but identifying them requires additional equipment. These include:

• low battery charge according to the on-board computer or voltmeter;
• low electrolyte density;
• uneven electrolyte density;
• low starting current.

Modern car models can be equipped with an on-board computer with a battery charge indicator. If this option is not available, a voltmeter is used. The battery charge level is determined by the voltage when the engine is turned off:

• 90-100% – 12.5-12.8 V;
• 40-90% – 11.9-12.5 V;
• 0-40% – 10.5-11.9 V.

Values ​​below 40% require urgent diagnosis.

The density of the electrolyte (conductive liquid) is the second indicator by which the battery charge level is determined. To measure it, a hydrometer is used; at the time of checking, the ambient temperature is taken into account. How the data is interpreted:

• 1.24-1.30 at +25°C (1.28-1.30 at -20°C) – battery is charged;
• 1.16-1.24 (1.21-1.28) – charging required;
• less than 1.16 (1.21) – the battery is dead.

To check the uniformity of electrolyte density and low starting current, special devices are required, so it is better to diagnose these indicators in a car service center.

Reason #1. The battery drains a lot when parked

Diagnosed as follows. Immediately after parking the car after a day's use, the density of the electrolyte is measured. Let's say it's normal and shows that the battery is 100% charged. However, the next day, similar measurements show a decrease in density. Checking the battery voltage at rest also indicates that the battery is fairly discharged.

In such cases, if the battery is good (for example, it is new), in most cases large leakage currents are to blame. To measure them, you need to switch the multimeter to ammeter mode with a measurement range of up to 10 A, and connect it to the disconnected battery terminal. That is, make sure that currents flow from one of the battery terminals to the corresponding power wire (which you disconnected).

The normal current is considered to be within 0.07 A. It may vary noticeably on different cars. But, if you show more than the specified value, this is bad. We need to look for what is consuming so much and eliminate the cause. The easiest way to do this is by removing the fuses one by one and observing the response of the ammeter.

Now let’s assume a situation where the leakage currents are normal, but a theoretically serviceable battery (almost new or new) is still discharged in the morning. In this case, you need to check the battery itself for current leakage. To do this, you need to disconnect it from the on-board network and measure the voltage between the positive terminal and different areas on its body. There should be zeros on the device. If there is voltage between the terminal and the case, then most likely the battery is just dirty and needs to be washed thoroughly.

Units and design details

The function of the starter is to start the car engine by spinning its flywheel with an electric motor, creating temporary contact between the gears. Subsequently, the electric motor is turned off and physical contact with the flywheel gear is broken. The starter is located on the engine body closer to the battery and the cab.

Structurally, the device can be divided into two functional blocks:

After starting the engine, the key is returned from the ignition position, de-energizing the relay. The relay opens the contacts, the spring returns the bendix to its original state. When starting, the electric motor requires several tens of amperes of current from the battery. After starting the car engine, the generator restores the battery charge.

Reasons for battery discharge

If you have time to think about it, here are the reasons why a battery may “die”:

1. Your car battery terminals may need a deep cleaning.
2. The battery may be very old and beyond the point where it can be repaired. In this case, it must be replaced.
3. There may be another mechanical problem somewhere in the car, such as blown fuses or a faulty alternator.

Why does the battery not hold a charge?

Whether you own a manual or automatic car, there are different basics for starting each engine type. Let's imagine that the battery has been successfully started and the car has reached its destination. But the next time I start, the same problems arise again. These are clear signs of a low battery. If a battery dies twice in a row, it simply means it didn't hold a charge the first time.

There are several potential reasons why a battery won't hold a charge:

• You left a light or some other battery-powered accessory on even when the car was not running.
• Even when you were driving the car, the battery was not charging. This is a mechanical problem that has broken the contact between the battery and the indicator.
• You have not operated the car for a long time after starting the engine.
• There is some kind of “stray” electrical discharge on the battery, most likely caused by a bad alternator.
• The battery is simply very old and can no longer hold a charge for long. If so, you need to replace it.

How to revive a car with a dead battery

If the battery is completely discharged, what should I do? When the car almost starts, but the starter does not have enough strength to crank the engine, this means the battery is discharged. What can be done in this case?

How to start a car and charge the battery using a jump charger

If you have a spare battery, you can recharge a dead one from it. To do this you will need a starter-charger. Moreover, it is not necessary to have a new spare battery in the trunk - it can also be reconditioned. Just 20-30 minutes of recharging is enough and the car will start.

Plant with pusher

The method is only available for cars with a manual transmission. An automatic transmission completely eliminates this method of planting.

It is necessary that someone starts pushing the car on a flat road, and the driver tries to start it while driving.

How to “light” a car correctly

In order to “light” from someone else’s battery, you need to have a special device, which consists of two parallel wires with mutual connection to the terminals.

The process works as follows:

1. Two cars are placed side by side at a distance of at least 1 m. Both batteries are opened.
2. Using metal “crocodile” clips, the positive terminals of the battery are interconnected.
3. From the minus of the working battery, a grounding cable is connected to the car with a discharged battery.
4. The donor car is left with the engine running for 15-20 minutes.
5. After the car starts with a dead battery, disconnect the cables in the reverse order.

How to determine a specific source of energy consumption?

Perhaps the contacts on the battery have just oxidized - clean them well:

1. We leave our car with the ammeter connected.
2. Open the fuse box and begin to remove the fuses one by one.
3. At the same time, we look at the ammeter readings (by pulling out the fuse, you have broken the circuit, thereby closing the source of energy consumption).
4. We go through all the fuses until we find the most consumed one, after removing which, the ammeter readings show acceptable numbers (no more than 0.20-0.40 mA per hour).
5. Having found the right fuse, we look at what it is responsible for. Next, we begin to work with the direct source of energy consumption.

After checking all the fuses and not finding the problem, then perhaps the source lies in the relay block. Either the relay is stuck, or the wires are worn out and shorted (we check all rivets and washers with insulation for resistance). In this situation, the relay unit must be replaced.

If after all the checks of the fuses and relays nothing is found, then the current consumption lies in a circuit not equipped with a fuse: Starter, alternator, etc. Most likely the diode bridge is broken (see 3 weak diodes going to excitation).

How to quickly start a car if the battery is dead

We talked about how to prevent unexpected battery discharge. But what should we do if we find ourselves in such a situation - we need to go urgently, but the battery is low? There are several answers here.

"From the pusher"

The simplest and most effective option. You can push with your hands, or you can ask someone to take you in tow. If, in addition to the driver, there are several passengers, then pushing with your hands will be realistic. It’s more difficult for one if there is no way to push downhill.

In the second example, of course, you will need a tow rope and a second car. There are usually no problems with the first one, but finding a second car, say, at 3 a.m. can be problematic.

"Let's light a cigarette"

This method is suitable for starting a car from any gearbox, but you will need special cables, which, unlike a towing cable, are not found in every trunk.

In addition, you will need a second car with a working battery and an electrical capacity no less than ours. The startup algorithm using this method will look like this:

1. We bring the recipient (a car with a working battery) close to the donor (a car with a dead battery).
2. Turn off the ignition on both cars.
3. Using cables, we connect the donor and recipient batteries, observing the polarity. We connect the positive terminal to the positive terminal, and the negative terminal to the negative terminal.
4. We turn on the ignition on the recipient and start it.
5. We set the recipient engine speed to about 1000 per minute. Disconnect the cables.
6. We let the recipient work for 15–20 minutes so that the battery is at least slightly recharged from the generator.
7. We move off carefully so as not to stall, and go about our business - the battery will receive the rest of its charge on the road.
8. Upon arrival home, we check the condition of the battery and, if necessary, charge it.

We use a jump starter

To use this method, you do not need assistants, but you do need to have a jump starter or an autonomous starting device. Such a device is a compact lithium battery with an output voltage of 12 V. It, of course, costs money, but the purchase is worth it.

Starting a car with a discharged battery will not cause any difficulties, even in the dead of night and on a deserted road. We simply connect the jumper clamps to the terminals of our battery, turn on the device and start up. It is clear that for a successful start using this method, it is necessary that the battery of the jumper itself be pre-charged.

GENERATOR

The generator is designed to generate electricity, which is so necessary for the stable operation of the vehicle's electrical equipment. Additionally, it performs the function of recharging the battery - with a discharged battery it will be impossible to start the engine. For the VAZ 2114 model, the nominal voltage of the electrical circuit is considered to be 12 Volts, but taking into account all consumers (lighting, ignition system, instruments, stove motor, windshield wiper motor, etc.) it should always be higher. Therefore, the voltage in the electrical circuit can range from 13.2 to 14.7 Volts. To maintain it at the required value, a regulator is installed in the generator circuit. Moreover, this device is present in any car, and not just on the 2114 model.

It is important for the car owner to know whether the generator produces the required current. Checking the functionality of the generator is primarily determined by the charging indicator located on the instrument panel inside the car. If the lamp lights up while the engine is running, then the generator circuit is faulty; diagnostics and, if necessary, repairs are required.

Other reasons why the generator on the VAZ 2110 does not charge

If the problem is not in the generator, but the charging light is on on the panel, you need to make sure that the light on the device and the fuse are working properly.

You need to try replacing the fuse, starting the car and checking the dashboard. If the light does not light, then the problem was in the fuse; the generator does not need to be touched. Sometimes the belt may break along the way. It wears out quickly, so you should always carry a spare one with you, since you can change it at any time and continue driving the car. Sometimes the belt may simply become loose and less charge will be supplied to the battery. You just need to tighten the belt by adjusting it, and the problem will be eliminated. If the car is used continuously, the battery should be changed after about three years. But don’t forget about the generator, which can accelerate battery wear. Because of this, various devices and electrical equipment will fail.

Therefore, it is necessary to observe the generator with special attention.

Problem with charging without load at idle 13.7 at the beginning then decreases to 12.8 With low beam 12.6 then decreases to 12.2 V according to BC I changed the tablet on the old brushes are almost not worn out, tightened the belt There is almost no result. BC I think it’s not lying, since at 11.5 V The radio stops working. Tell me what to watch and what to do. Thank you _________________ Vaz 21113 2000 January 5.1_________________

What to watch and what to do, tell me Thank you

measure the voltage on the battery with a proven device. If the LV has already been changed, then you can call the diode bridge because of it. but in any case, you need to start with the correct measurement. And also: how long has this been going on? if it’s been a couple of weeks, measure the density in the battery; if it’s low (below 1.26), then there’s a problem. _________________ | ▌ ▌ █ █ █ █▌ ford focus club █▌█ █ █ ▌ ▌|

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From: Volgograd region.

Car: VAZ-11170 2012 with air conditioner.

At XX on the generator PRAMO 80A 13.8V, on the battery (new Tyumen 62a/h) - 13.6. I threw additional “+” and “-” from the battery to the generator - nothing changed. The masses are all cleaned and stretched. When all possible consumers are turned on, the voltage on the battery drops to 13.2, when the Carlson is also turned on - to 13.0. What else can be done or is everything normal and forget about this matter? _________________

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1. Measure with a cartoon tested on the stud and body genes. 2. measure under load at XX - i.e. turn on the BSF, heater fan, rear window heating.

on a working gene there should be: - 13.6 for conventional models -13.8 for Pramo -14.1 for the Shnivovsky gene (there is a tablet for Calcium batteries made there)

Next we look at what comes to the battery. if the loss is more than 0.1 Volt, we look for where it is lost.

It can get lost on wire crimps, contacts, and stud threads.

On the subject of Fur. part of the genes a lot of things have been written.

One by one, you can measure points under load with a cartoon and find places of losses. As a rule - oxidation.

According to the problem gene: 1. - Oxidation inside the gene and poor contact of the winding output with the horseshoe diode - it is advisable to solder the pigtail and throw an additional 1 cm of wiring from the winding to the sub-catcher (solder)

2. Tablet 3. Broken horseshoe diode. _________________ The world is full of “amazing” people. No matter how disappointed you are in people, they will still surprise you.

Where to look for the reason?

• You should not immediately dismantle the generator, it is in vain. Carry out diagnostics in the brush compartment on the generator. If there are visual defects or sticking, replace with new ones and test the car. If the cause cannot be eliminated, proceed to the next step;
• Diode bridge:
  it is not subject to partial replacement or maintenance, only complete replacement. At the same time, check to see if there is a burnout at the place where it is attached, as there may be a short to the winding in the rotor. See the article “How to check a diode bridge”;
• Problems with the relay:
  perhaps there is no current flowing to it due to oxidation of the contacts. It is necessary to carefully disconnect the contacts and clean them with fine sandpaper or a triangular file. Using a voltmeter, check the output voltage at the generator, first resetting the positive terminal. The standard voltage should be 14.2–14.3 V. If the voltage is less than normal, then it is necessary to disassemble the generator and look for a breakdown in the rotor and stator windings;
• Another common cause of a short circuit is water getting into the generator, for example, during a drive into a puddle. After this, the car is powered only by the battery;
• A poor-quality timing belt can also cause inconsistent battery charging due to slipping. This can be corrected by tensioning it using a pry bar and a spanner. Otherwise, replace the belt. Article on the topic “Which timing belts are better?”;
• Fuses
  responsible for the operation of the dashboard. To do this, you need to look at the fuse number in the operating instructions and change it to the appropriate one. If it's not in stock, be sure to purchase it.

Here, in fact, this is the end of the topic of why the VAZ 2110 battery light is on. All common causes are discussed, as well as ways to eliminate them. We hope that our recommendation article will help many drivers quickly find and fix problems, thereby extending the life of the vehicle. Let problems bother your car as little as possible. Good luck to you.