We all know that a car battery has a useful working life for just a few years. But how many know how to read car battery date codes? Or even find the code in the first place? Our brief article will decipher the different manufacturer codes. This will enable you to read the date on …
The alternator is a fundamental piece of the electrical system on your vehicle. Without it, your battery will very quickly run out of charge, and your car won’t start. Testing your alternator with the battery disconnected is not a safe method, and may damage your vehicle. In this brief article, we show you how to …
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The Nest range of wireless controls and monitors have become very popular. They provide remote and automatic control for a range of devices, including heating and air conditioning systems. The Nest Thermostat is battery powered but is recharged by the base unit that it attaches to. This removes the need for users to recharge the …
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Jumping in your car and hearing just a click when you turn the key is one of the worst sounds in the world! You want to get on with your day. But now the car won’t start because the battery is flat. One of the first questions is: Can I charge my car battery while …
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Do you suspect that your car’s battery is not performing at an optimal level and unsure why? Battery corrosion is one of the most common causes linked to the drop in performance or even battery life. If untreated, corrosion will result in issues with the car starting up and can even damage the electrical wiring …
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We all rely on our cars these days and have become used to excellent reliability. But what happens when your Mazda 3 key fob low battery warning light comes on? This shouldn’t be a problem as your car should start at least a few more times before the battery is completely dead. But of course, …
We all have been there, away from home, reaching into our laptop bag only to find there is no charger. As handy as a laptop may be, it is rendered useless without juice in the battery. Most people think that the only way to power the battery is through a charger. Luckily it isn’t the …
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Most mechanics will tell you, getting rid of the smell of gas from your hands is not an easy task. Gas fumes are stubborn, staying on your hands, body, and clothes. Lucky for you, our article has insights on how you can rid yourself of the smell. But before we get into that, let’s answer …
The Ring battery doorbell provides a simple method of adding a WiFi-connected entry control system. It offers excellent features, such as movement sensors and live video transmission to your smartphone or tablet. With the Ring doorbell, you can monitor anyone that approaches your door, no matter where you are in the world. You can even …
Heating and cooling systems employ thermostats and controllers to manage the system. These units often have batteries inside them. Sometimes the unit is battery operated. In others, the batteries provide a backup system if the mains power goes off. Over time, the batteries will go flat and need replacement. This brief article describes checking and …