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What do I do if the wet car battery won't start?

Last week I was working on my car and left the hood open overnight. Unfortunately, it rained last night and my car battery got wet. What do I do if my wet car battery won’t start?

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Talullah Blanco · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
That’s terrible news! If you have a wet car battery that won’t start, it likely short-circuited and died. You’ll need to have the battery replaced to get your car running again.
You can have your car battery replaced for $200 at an auto repair shop. If you want to save money, you can replace it yourself and just pay for the car battery which usually costs about $45.
You may want to consider purchasing
comprehensive coverage
to keep your vehicle protected from unexpected water events. And with the insurance comparison super app
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