Can my new battery die after only six months? I tried to start my car this morning and the engine won't turn over. Does this mean the battery's dead? I replaced it just six months ago.
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“While it’s necessary to replace your car battery every few years, there are other reasons it could be drained.
One of the most common reasons is that you left your lights or other electrical devices on without the engine running. You could also try checking the battery terminals for a bad connection.
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