How To Add Water to a Car Battery That Requires Maintenance

[@HomeownerRepair]

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[@susanlechner9474]

Thank you so much for the info! I lost my husband in April and am now having to learn all the things he did for me. I was lucky enough to have my own easy start chain saw. But my 4 wheeler battery would not hold a charge and now it does!

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for watching Susan...sorry for your loss.

[@rafshsjs4119]

Bless you, may he rest in peace

[@partner348]

Sorry for your loss, but my guess is, like my wife, you didn't WANT to know all these maintenance things BEFORE he passed.

[@ecv03]

Saying a prayer for him

[@Dabal_R]

I pray you Do good in your life

[@rybaneightsix5085]

I ADDED SOME WATAH TO MY CAHH BATTERY AND IT WOIKED LIKE A CHAHHHM THANKS TONE

[@HomeownerRepair]

No problem bud. Glad this helped you out.

[@JudahwardIV562]

Fasho

[@catherinezuppero7609]

This information was sooo helpful!! Thanks, Tony!! My Toyota truck was stalling out / not starting. I took it to 7 different mechanics. I was quoted anywhere from $700.00 - $1,400.oo to 'correct' the problem. I was beside myself and went to visit a friend. He checked the battery, added water and the problem completely disappeared! And has been fine ever since! Too bad I didn't see your battery from the start!

[@HomeownerRepair]

Glad this helped you out. Those quotes are out of control. If the battery is around or over 5 years old you may want to consider replacing it so you don't get stuck somewhere with it.

[@methus57]

$700 for a new battery?

[@craig5042]

Thanks. I'm helping a friend in Palm Springs with a battery problem. He didn't believe me when I told him that some batteries even today require distilled water. Including my 2015 Camry with OEM Toyota battery. I shared this. Hopefully he won't be sold a new battery, alternator or worse before trying your topic here. Thanks again.

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for sharing

[@georgesanchez9971]

Nice video, A good tip I always follow is to first clean the surface of the battery and carefully lift the caps and clean the area with a clean paper towel or a clean sponge. Is not a bad idea to rinse and clean the caps (front and back) before placing them back.

[@HomeownerRepair]

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[@williambyrd7884]

Finally, someone who can answer my question without taking 10 or 20 minutes of my time. @work and you know it's against some written law somewhere to Google necessary info! Thanks a million!

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[@kclyt07]

Excellent video. Always tough to video this kind of projects with one -hand camera and eyes focused on multiple things at the same time. Lots of good information. Flow and explanation are very good in context.

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thank you for watching our auto repair video that shows you how to add water to a car battery if it is low. Have a great day!

[@reponut12345]

This helped the battery in my wj, the voltage is still a little low but it's a lot better, Thanks

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[@Methodical2]

FYI. Always check water level in new batteries. Also, clean the battery before adding the water to keep crap from dropping into the battery.

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for watching

[@TapiocaGilroy]

Thank you for the video! If the 12v battery died, do you recommend buying a new battery or refill distilled water for it to recharge?

[@HomeownerRepair]

If the battery is 5 years old I would replace it.

[@bobbyhz5530]

Would this work for a battery that won't hold a charge at all and is a lil low on water?? Thx for the video

[@HomeownerRepair]

It may be the issue. Typically batteries are good for 5-6 years

[@AaronSalcedo]

I noticed you didn't disconnect the battery from the car, so I'm assuming it's safe to add the "battery water" this way? I have a car that the interior lights are so dim, and when I turn on the headlights they get even dimmer! Do you think a battery water refill like this would remedy that?

[@HomeownerRepair]

It might. If the battery is more than 5 years old you may want to consider replacing it. Battery life is typically 5-6 years.

[@zanaxox6659]

John was it the battery or alternator??

[@stopmaverick2]

Prob your alternator.. and/or need new battery all together.

[@mightymodder1178]

Ok so I just found this video because my sister rang me saying her battery was dead, so I just took all caps off the top of the battery and filled it up to the top, I hope it works when we check it in a minute lol

[@HomeownerRepair]

Toss a charger on it to get the battery level back up.

[@warnacokelat]

I think the most important part is how to tell if you really need to add water and when to stop adding water. I added too much and now it's all a big mess.

[@HomeownerRepair]

I mention this in the video

[@jasminewilliams3351]

Thank you so much for teaching me how to do this!

[@HomeownerRepair]

Happy to help!

[@mattdathew2794]

thanks men, i'll be doing this in a few minutes, i was stuck

[@HomeownerRepair]

No problem 👍

[@alienartpop]

Hey brother thanks for the vids. My Kia Soul battery doesn't have those caps. Have you ever come across a different style or can I send you a pic of my battery.

[@HomeownerRepair]

Hi Chris, It sounds like you may have a maintenance free battery. If there aren't any caps on the top like the one in the video it's typically what they are. Hope this helps you out.

[@mikehendrix6558]

Love those Arms

[@HomeownerRepair]

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[@isaacroetcisoender2843]

do you have to disconnect the battery before adding water?

[@wetley09]

No

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for watching

[@chinamichelle5711]

Will this help cool battery in hot weather? I have to jumpstart my battery because 100 degree weather we been having.

[@HomeownerRepair]

It might. The battery water level should be up there to help the battery maintain a charge.

[@davidwilliam1406]

Sounds like either your battery is in need of water or is getting old!💀

[@rvingwithschaef2702]

How often should you check your water levels?

[@HomeownerRepair]

Usually Spring and fall

[@rvingwithschaef2702]

thanks!

[@chiefbubba2581]

If the battery level is low will that cause corrosion on the battery terminals? And all I have to do is just add water to the 6 holes and then put the top back on and I'm good

[@HomeownerRepair]

If the water level in the battery is low you can use distilled water to top off the battery. Don't use tap water it can damage the battery. If the battery terminals are corroded they should be cleaned with a wire brush, a battery terminal cleaning tool or sand paper will work too. Make sure that the batter cell caps are in place before cleaning the battery terminals, you don't want to get any gunk inside the battery.

[@chiefbubba2581]

@@HomeownerRepair thanks man I really appreciate that I have another question for you I been in the hospital for 15 days for my foot and my car wasn't being cranked and the battery died and I came out and cranked the battery and it died and I gave it a jump and it fired right up and then I clean the terminals and the car is shaking but there's no check engine light is there a reason why the car is doing that?

[@ChandlerDeGuzman]

Where do you get terminals like that? I can’t find them at any part store

[@HomeownerRepair]

Found them on Amazon amzn.to/2Y1tZMf

[@TheMono25]

Awesome video you got the point over you kinda messed up a little bit but I think people got the point

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for watching

[@Tata-iu3fy]

Do all batteries require this? My Jetta is dying within minutes. It is not the alternator, it just needs a jump every time I need to start it.

[@HomeownerRepair]

Not all batteries require this, some are maintenance free. If your battery is over 5 years old, it may need to be replaced.

[@Tata-iu3fy]

Homeowner Repair okay thanks

[@freecleets]

Your cables are loose on the terminals or the terminals might be dirty.

[@Jgk15010]

My 2010 Jetta's battery takes water.

[@codyq0987]

Do I need to disconnect battery terminal before refilling the battery with water?

[@HomeownerRepair]

When working on anything electrical you should disconnect the battery

[@djrednitro4116]

I wish I saw this video before, my battery charges fine but can't crank, I have just bought a new one today

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[@splavin90]

You only need to fill it till you can see water on top of the lead plates

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for watching. Hope this video helped you out

[@Dev-In-Denver123]

How come you filled the levels so high when every other person I've seen says to fill just above the plates or 1/8 below the bottom of tube? Everyone says/shows something different I really don't think anyone knows what they're talking about.

[@HomeownerRepair]

If you follow the advice given in the video you should be fine.

[@Shavian1]

@@HomeownerRepair By that do you mean not wiping off the top of the battery and letting all of that crud run into the cells is OK?

[@spiritedmapa6597]

@@Shavian1 he did wipe off the top 🤔

[@fredsmith1710]

I was always told "the level" meant to aleast cover the tops of plates or also called "topping off"..

[@westcoastpaeb]

@@spiritedmapa6597 Yes, after he poured that liquid into the holes. That's like closing the barn door after the horses got out

[@chalokipskips2352]

Is it correct to refill distilled water while the engine is running

[@HomeownerRepair]

You can use distilled water but the motor should not be running while topping off the battery.

[@phantom2488]

Just throw some spring water on there that's what I do and it last a while then next go around i just replace the battery

[@HomeownerRepair]

Distilled water should be used.

[@rockey5508]

I have done exactly what you did, but the next day my car battery is leaking water. is this normal or should I be concerned?

[@HomeownerRepair]

If it is coming out of the bottom of the covers that block the holes you may have filled it too much. If the battery has a crack in it and it is leaking from the crack the battery should be replaced.

[@SeanQuinn4]

Dropped a like solely for the accent after 5 second 🤘

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for watching.

[@scorpven]

PLEASE ALSO USE SAFETY GLASSES

[@HomeownerRepair]

We typically do. Thanks for watching

[@zillsburyy1]

fill all the levels evenly

[@HomeownerRepair]

Yes, This is correct!

[@riha6468]

So, I do not need to remove the battery from the car before adding destill water?

[@HomeownerRepair]

Depending on the vehicle you shouldn't have to.

[@carmenmaldonado2982]

Thank you.

[@HomeownerRepair]

You're welcome!

[@RickLarson-ed1oc]

Be a good idea to disconnect your battery before you loose your eye sight

[@HomeownerRepair]

Great reminder! Safety is key when working on cars.

[@debrahotalen8321]

Does your vehicle have to be running while you doing it

[@HomeownerRepair]

No it does not. The vehicle should be off and you should also wear safety glasses and gloves. Hope this helps you out.

[@annettelepore9203]

Tony. Im a woman so dont laugh at my questions lol...what does it mean if my car didnt start but when i looked at the battery it was wet on top. I have a jeep Cherokee v6.. Thanks

[@HomeownerRepair]

If the battery is over five years old it could be due to an old battery. It really depends on what the car is doing when it doesn't start. If there is no power when you are trying to crank it over you may want to have the battery tested.

[@mohammedalmalkee37]

its ok with the normal water?

[@HomeownerRepair]

No, you want to use distilled water

[@carmenmaldonado2982]

How often should I check the water levels ?

[@HomeownerRepair]

Probably every spring and fall.

[@toddburkheart3269]

Every 4 months they say

[@media333]

Thanks!

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[@jessehernandez8616]

Aren't you supposed to charge your battery fully before adding the water?

[@HomeownerRepair]

The water level should be up to the proper level before charging the battery so that the plates inside the battery don't over heat during charging.

[@surak24]

Please indicate that you need to use distilled water or else battery gets damage.

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for the added tip, yes, you should add distilled water if just using water to top off a battery. Thanks for watching. It's great to have you here.

[@khash7473]

Happy channel

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[@LubaLuba1]

I have a routan 2012 and I cant find where I can put water 7BO915105E

[@HomeownerRepair]

If there are no caps on the top of it, it might be a maintenance free battery.

[@xiangzongshi3953]

where we can buy battery water？

[@HomeownerRepair]

I found it at Pep Boys, but you can use distilled water that you can buy at the grocery store. Hope this helps you out.

[@xiangzongshi3953]

@@HomeownerRepair thanks 😊

[@BrianJohnson-tz6xl]

What happens if you over fill ??

[@HomeownerRepair]

Those caps typically have a couple of plugs sticking out that go into the holes. It may force the excess out. Wipe it clean, once the battery caps are installed. You can neutralize spilled battery acid with a water baking soda mixture.

[@BrianJohnson-tz6xl]

@@HomeownerRepair , how do I mix the two ?? And will it cause it too still smell like rotten eggs ??

[@HomeownerRepair]

If you’re talking about the baking soda just mix it in a disposable cup with some water, it won’t smell. Also do not get this in the battery because it will neutralize the battery

[@Noble720]

First sand experience about a battery it looked like it needed water I added water to it and it killed my battery do not add water to your battery if you just purchased it from any auto parts store

[@HomeownerRepair]

You need to used distilled water, not tap water.

[@secalcavazos3204]

I would thank you would have at enough sense to clean the battery so all that junk isn't flowing inside your battery like it is...

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for watching

[@jeffuy458]

Cant i just use Battery Solution??

[@HomeownerRepair]

Yes, That is what was used in this video

[@buenaventuramarte3188]

What kind of water is it recommended because this guy didn’t even say

[@HomeownerRepair]

You can used distilled water. You do not want to use tap water because it can ruin the battery. Hope this helps you out.

[@rustyshackleford2627]

That didn’t look like water

[@HomeownerRepair]

It's battery water that I purchased from my local auto parts store.

[@naterichardson2730]

Sounds like your from long island

[@HomeownerRepair]

Southern NH

[@indica117]

Chikaaaago

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for watching

[@ceramikxxx5882]

Adding water didnt work...

[@HomeownerRepair]

It may be time for a new battery. They typically last 5-6 years

[@ceramikxxx5882]

@@HomeownerRepair i got it last year ...the cheapest one though

[@ceramikxxx5882]

I got a jump and now my car has been starting ....i guess the water helped? Ill see how long though

[@davidwilliam1406]

There's not water in that battery there's acid!😨 And it gets weak from charging the battery, this is why you have to replace the water because the cells get weak and the plates are exposed to air and cannot produce electricity, battery's make power by a chemical reaction, after filling the battery clean the terminals and the top of the battery. Current can run across the top of a dirty battery, and battery's won't charge or give the correct current if the terminals are corroded. Make another video showing cleaning the terminals of a corroded battrey

[@HomeownerRepair]

Thanks for watching.

[@HoboHiney]

Not to be a d***, but it is " electrolytes " Not Water.

[@HomeownerRepair]

Distilled water works, don't use tap water.

[@HoboHiney]

@Homeowner Repair I must have slightly overfilled a cell And it bubbled over during charging Now it won't take a full charge.

[@coolice8669]

Oh my God im not listening i keep looking at those arms

[@HomeownerRepair]

Lol...Thanks for watching

[@lindvallpaul9861]

@cool ice what is wrong with them? i cant see anything wrong..?