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Your truck battery won't hold a charge?

Updated: 10/27/2022
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Change it. Batteries do tend to fail in winter, they have to work that much harder. It probably has a dead cell in it. Take it to an auto parts store, they will usually check them for free - besides, you'll need to bring it in as a "core" trade that can be deducted off the price of a new battery. Lead acid batteries have a long life if properly treated. An old battery will loose is capacity, especially when cold. There could be a problem with the charging circuit via the alternator? Over time the plates corrode and can internally short, the dielectric may need topping up. Perhaps something is discharging the battery that you might not be aware of? The radio? A light? If the battery is over four years old, replace it.

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