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How do you determine what is causing charge leakage and a flat battery when the car is not in use ie ignition is off?
If it is a severe drain look to a possible bad alternator. Alternators are wired direct and can sap your battery dead very quickly. Remove the alternator power feed and as you touch it again to its attachment lug if it sparks it is probably the problem. If it is a slow drain it could be any accessory that does not need the switch to turn it on. Use the same method to hunt it down. Good luck.
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Why does auto battery leak after charging?
An auto battery could be leaking for a couple of reasons. The alternator could be overcharging the battery causing the leakage. Or the battery itself could have a short or other internal problem causing it to leak when charging.
What is leakage problem in battery?
1. Electrolyte leakage by corrosion of package, not good packing 2. Electricity leakage by electronic conduction through separators, intended for preventing such leakage and permit only battery outside conduction caused by protrusions that wound the separators which are very thin
Is my AC drain clogged causing water leakage?
A clogged AC drain can cause water leakage.
What pulls power from a battery?
Any load connected to the battery like lights, fans etc. Apart from this there is leakage to the atmosphere and the environment. Though small this leakage over a long time will make a battery dead
Is my air conditioner drain line clogged causing water leakage?
A clogged air conditioner drain line can cause water leakage.
Battery leakage in a dry cell?
Dry cell batteries will leak if left in a piece of electronic equipment for a long time. The chemicals in the battery eventually find a way to seep out of the battery case. They usually leave a white, crystallized mess behind.A quick and effective way to clean up the mess is with Windex! Don't use too much! Get an old toothbrush and spray a little Windex on it. Brush it over the leakage and you will see the white crystals disappear. Make sure you use an old cloth, paper towel, or q-tips to dry all the Windex (you don't want it running around the inside of your electronic equipment.) Once everything is dry, you should have nice shiny metal battery terminals (unless the leakage was too bad.) Put in new batteries and you should be all set as long as the leakage didn't get inside the equipment and ruin a PC board or something.
How is a battery leakage test conducted?
Set your voltmeter to a low DC Volt range. Connect the negative lead to the battery's negative post. Then move the meter's positive lead across the top and sides of the battery case. If some voltage is read on the meter, current is leaking out of the battery. The battery should be cleaned and then rechecked, If voltage is again measured, the battery should be REPLACED; the case is porous or cracked! BE CAREFUL BATTERY'S CONTAIN HARMFUL GASES, FUMES, & ACID! WEAR GLOVES AND BE SMART ABOUT THIS! IF YOU DO NOT KNOW WHAT YOUR DOING PLEASE BRING TO A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC or SOMEONE WHO KNOWS WHAT THERE DOING! Any questions on auto mechanics email Rdyoungiii@yahoo.co.uk and ill be glad to answer your questions
How long can you store batteries?
1-2 years. If stored longer, battery leakage can occur.
Is it a physical or chemical change when a flashlight battery corrodes and leaks?
The corrosion and leakage of a flashlight battery is a chemical change. This is because the reaction of the battery components with moisture in the air or other substances leads to the formation of new compounds, causing a chemical transformation.
What is the white stuff in a battery called?
The white stuff found in a battery is called "battery corrosion" or "battery acid leakage." It is typically a buildup of potassium carbonate or potassium hydroxide, which can leak out from the battery and cause damage if not cleaned up properly.
What to do with a digital phone that gets hot to the touch?
Leave it alone. It probably is having a battery leakage! Contact help
What are the symptoms of a battery that has been chewed by a dog?
Symptoms of a battery that has been chewed by a dog may include corrosion, leakage of battery acid, and potential electrical malfunctions. It is important to handle the battery carefully and seek professional help if needed.
