4 common car problems in winter and how to handle them
(Baonghean.vn) - Cars often encounter many problems in harsh winter weather conditions. Among them, dead batteries, ineffective windshield wipers, and the inability to start the car are problems that many people encounter.
1. Car battery dead
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Cold weather is not the only reason why the battery runs out of power and cannot be used. The more modern the car is, the more functions it has, the more electricity it consumes. However, in the cold season, the need to use functions such as heaters, air conditioners, car lights, etc. is higher than other days. In addition, features such as anti-theft, warnings, etc. still operate and consume electricity even when the car is not in operation, which is also the reason why the car battery runs out of power quickly.
The solution and also the way to protect the battery is to start the car and operate the car for at least 15 minutes every day. In addition, you can equip an additional charger to keep the battery fully charged. You should bring a set of charging cables in case the car runs out of power and dies in the middle of the road.
2. Car is difficult to start
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The phenomenon of cars being difficult to start does not only happen with old cars but also with new car models. The cause of this error depends on the different car manufacturers and versions. It could be due to the relay or valve being cold in cold weather.
The way to fix this error is to limit leaving the car outside in the cold for too long without using it. You should regularly operate the car every day to warm up the car. Besides, you can equip your car with a car jump starter so that you can use it when necessary.
3. Poor wiper operation
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Test results have shown that wipers will become less effective after 6 months of use. Signs of poor wiper performance include stains or scratches on the glass.
Users can increase the life of the wiper blades by cleaning the rubber surface with paper towels and glass cleaner. If this method is still ineffective, users should replace the wiper blades. In addition, experts also recommend that customers replace the wiper blades twice a year.
4. Car windshield is blurred
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The error of fogging up the car windshield in winter is very annoying for drivers. Not only does it reduce visibility, but it can also easily lead to dangerous accidents for you and the people in the car. The cause of this error is easy to explain. When you travel on the road in winter, the low temperature on the windshield causes the water vapor inside the car to condense on the inside of the windshield, causing fogging.
The solution to this problem is quite simple, when you get in the car, you should turn on the heater or air conditioner. It will help you feel comfortable and prevent the windshield from fogging up./.
