When your car or truck motor just isn't running, but you are listening to the radio, cd player, or have your car lights on, the car battery is supplying all the needed power. Your car or truck battery needs to be recharged shortly before it finally dies, leaving you with a vehicle that will not start and having to pick out a brand new battery.
Here's the way this works. When your vehicle's engine is off, the battery delivers the necessary electricity to the rest of the system, as well as during start-up (cranking). It also supplements the electricity from the charging system during moments of high demand.
Your car battery charging system is the core of the electrical system. It consists of three chief components: the belt-driven alternator, numerous electrical circuits, and a voltage regulator. The alternator delivers power to the electrical system and recharges the battery as soon as your car or truck has started. Same as it sounds, the voltage regulator controls the voltage, keeping it inside the working range of the electrical system.
Your vehicle's starting system needs more electrical power than any other in your car or truck. The starting system consists of three components which work in tandem: the ignition switch, the starter relay or solenoid, and the starter motor. The ignition switch controls the starter solenoid, which activates the starter motor. The starter motor after that turns the engine until your vehicle starts. If your alternator light comes on, it may be a busted belt, or you may require service on your alternator. If your alternator just isn't working, or just isn't engaged, you can be draining your battery while you drive. You should try to drive into the closest service station as quickly as possible.
But if your car battery is totally dead, you can shop for a brand new battery at a local service station who has ASE Certified Technicians. In this way, you are assured that you are getting the best assistance on which car battery is right for your driving use and your vehicle's specifications.
If you get your car or truck serviced for other needs, like having your brakes inspected, each time insist on an inspection of the vehicle's battery. Many professional service station owners offer a complete check up on your car or truck at no charge, at the time you wait.
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