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If giving your car’s battery a jump start does not get your vehicle started, your battery is probably dead and needs replacement as soon as possible. You can solve this problem by giving your vehicle a boost with a jump starter before calling a towing service to bring your car to a repair shop or home. However, this would be an expensive and time-consuming endeavor. This article will provide some quick tips and step-by-step instructions on fixing your car battery if it has died.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to revive a car battery?<\/h2>\n

To avoid unwanted situations in the future, you can do the following steps below for reviving a dead car battery:<\/p>\n

The Hand Cranking Method<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This method will necessitate jacking up the back wheel with the aid of jack stands. Be sure to inspect the front wheels. Place a block in front of one wheel and turn it so that both tires cannot move forward or backward while the ignition is on. Then, put your car<\/a> into fifth gear and wrap a rope around the drive tire for spinning purposes. Pull with force until the engine has successfully started.<\/p>\n

The Epsom Salt Solution<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Epsom salt has a stronger acid that contains various hydrates and might help tip the chemical balance to deliver enough charge to the flat car battery.<\/p>\n

To prepare this solution, you must create a mixture of Epsom salt and distilled water. The key is that the ratio should be one teaspoon per gallon of water. If your car battery terminals are corroded or dirty, clean them before making this electrolyte solution. Use a wire brush to remove any corrosion material on the terminal posts.<\/p>\n

Once the solution is made, pour it into your battery to cover all terminal posts and wait about 30 minutes before replacing any cables or connectors onto the vehicle’s battery terminals.<\/p>\n

Aspirin Solution<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The aspirin solution is a possible or fixed method worth trying if you have some on hand. You can dissolve two aspirins in one quart of water and then pour it into your battery to help break down the sulfate crystals present, which might contribute to your dead car battery.<\/p>\n

Hot Ash Method<\/strong><\/h3>\n

First, you need to start a fire and let it burn down to just ashes. Disconnect the vent caps from the top of the battery, then remove the battery from the car. Place the battery at the center of the ashes and leave it to warm up the battery. If there are any tiny sparks even after that time, cover them with sand until they stop sparking completely.<\/p>\n

Distilled Water<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This simple car battery fix serves as an electrolyte booster for most cars. If Epsom salt or aspirin is unavailable, try adding distilled water to your battery, which allows for more reaction and easier starting.<\/p>\n

18-Volt Drill Method<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The 18-volt drill <\/span>battery method<\/span><\/a> is a jumpstart technique that uses an already charged power source to provide the necessary juice for your dead car. To do this, you need an 18-volt power tool and some jumper cables or adaptor clamps to create the connection to your dead car battery. This will allow the charge from one of these batteries to link with another, providing enough juice to restart the machine.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chainsaw Method<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A <\/span>chainsaw method is a good option for charging the battery<\/span><\/a> by using a chainsaw to drive the alternator. First, remove the chainsaw blade, chain, and drive sprocket to make things easier to fit over, like a pulley type. After removing the drive belts from the alternator, remember these:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Use them to connect your chainsaw’s drive spindle and the alternator pulley.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Ensure the belts are attached securely before turning the power on the chainsaw.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Keep the pressure on the belt while it charges the dead battery. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Always be careful when handling the abovementioned method for reviving your car battery. It would be best<\/a> to consult a professional if you’re having trouble following the steps. <\/span><\/p>\n

    How Much Epsom Salt Per Gallon For Battery<\/h2>\n

    As a general guideline, you can use about 1\/2 cup of Epsom salt per gallon of water. So if your battery is severely sulfated, you can increase that amount. Always test the solution in a small, inconspicuous area first to ensure it doesn’t damage the battery.<\/p>\n

    Tips To Prevent Car Battery Issues<\/h2>\n

    The best thing you can do to prevent battery issues is to ensure your vehicle’s alternator and belt are in good condition. Here are some tips you could follow:<\/span><\/p>\n