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WHAT ARE THE MYTHS ABOUT BATTERIES?

April 26, 2017batteries myths

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WHAT ARE THE MYTHS ABOUT BATTERIES?

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INDEX: 14.1. MYTH: Storing batteries on a concrete floor will discharge them. 14.2. MYTH: Driving a car will fully recharge a battery. 14.3. MYTH: A battery will explode. 14.4. MYTH: A battery will lose its charge sitting in storage. 14.5. MYTH: Wet “Maintenance Free” (Ca/Ca) batteries never require maintenance. 14.6. MYTH: Test an alternator by disconnecting the battery with the engine running. 14.7. MYTH: Conditioners, aspirins or additives will revive sulfated batteries. 14.8. MYTH: On really cold days turn your headlights on to “warm up” the battery up before starting your engine. 14.9. MYTH: Car batteries last longer in cold climates than in hot ones. 14.10. MYTH: Charging cables will start your car. 14.11. MYTH: A larger capacity battery will damage my car. 14.12. MYTH: Lead-acid batteries have memories. 14.13. MYTH: Bad batteries can harm the charging system or starter. 14.14. MYTH: Once formed, batteries will not change polarity. 14.15. MYTH: Do not use tap water to refill batt