Battery

Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)

Quick question.  Which is tougher on a vehicle’s battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it’s the heat.  Think about it.  The battery often sits in the engine compartment next to that motor generating lots of heat.  That can accelerate corrosion in the battery and may even cause water in it to…

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A Stitch in Time at Tylers Auto TV

You probably have heard that expression, “A stitch in time saves nine.” In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That’s certainly the case with your vehicle, and here’s a true story to demonstrate it. A driver noticed his vehicle was due…

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Automotive Tips from Tylers Auto TV: Making a Battery Last Longer

One thing all TIGARD drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Tylers Auto TV can help maintain your battery. Allowing your battery to be deeply depleted – like from using your…

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A New Battery in TIGARD

Hello TIGARD drivers, let’s talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in TIGARD, here’s some auto advice to help you. There are two measurements to consider when purchasing a new battery: cold cranking amps and reserve capacity. The power required to start…

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Automotive Tips from Tylers Auto TV: Battery Testing

The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Tylers Auto TV when they are no longer able to hold a full charge. Batteries are a big ticket item for most TIGARD drivers and it’s tempting to put off buying a new one as…

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Need a New Battery? Call Tylers Auto TV Today

Hello TIGARD drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do – 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around TIGARD, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continues over a few years,…

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