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Battery Goes Dead Overnight Car Battery Dies Helpful Information A car battery is used to store electrical power which is used when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position. Several conditions can occur that will cause a battery to lose its charge overnight. There are several "live" electrical circuits that bypass the ignition switch that can draw electrical power from the battery when the key is in the off position. As a battery ages it loses its ability to hold a charge, as a rule of thumb a battery will last about three to four years. If the battery is fairly new you will need to start the engine by jump starting or charging the battery by using a battery charger. Step by step repair guide on how to fix a car battery that goes dead overnight. This article pertains to all non-hybrid and electric vehicles. Difficulty Scale: 3 of 10 Tool and Supplies Needed Small plastic tweezers Test light Protective gloves and eyewear Before you beg...

Battery Cable Cleaning - Electrical Goes Dead Car dies when engine cranked Helpful Information When an engine is cranked over it demands a high amount of amperage from the battery.  As the electrical demand is increased heat will develop inside the wire or connection. This heat will disconnect (short circuit) the electrical flow until the connection cools. Since the battery provides the main electrical power to the remainder of the vehicle (lights, dash, interior) all electricity is shut off.  Once the connection cools it can reconnect starting the process all over again. The battery cable connection must be clean (free from corrosion) and tightly fastened to the terminal to allow the flow of electricity from the battery to the starter. Battery cable connections must be tight and not wiggle on the battery terminal. If the cable is loose remove it to clean, then re-tighten the cable with a wrench or socket wrench. When a  battery  short circuits internal...