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How To Add Water to a Car Battery That Requires Maintenance 

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Learn how to add water to a car battery that requires maintenance. This is an easy do it yourself auto maintenance tip that you can perform on your car or truck to keep your battery well maintained so that it holds a charge and does not give you any trouble.
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@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 6 лет назад
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@rybaneightsix5085
@rybaneightsix5085 3 года назад
I ADDED SOME WATAH TO MY CAHH BATTERY AND IT WOIKED LIKE A CHAHHHM THANKS TONE
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
No problem bud. Glad this helped you out.
@JudahwardIV562
@JudahwardIV562 2 года назад
Fasho
@susanlechner9474
@susanlechner9474 4 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
Thanks for watching Susan...sorry for your loss.
@rafshsjs4119
@rafshsjs4119 4 года назад
Bless you, may he rest in peace
@partner348
@partner348 3 года назад
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
@ecv03 2 года назад
Saying a prayer for him
@Dabal_R
@Dabal_R Год назад
I pray you Do good in your life
@williambyrd7884
@williambyrd7884 3 года назад
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!
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
Thanks for watching. Don't forget to sub the channel to receive all of our latest uploads.
@craig5042
@craig5042 3 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
Thanks for sharing
@reponut12345
@reponut12345 5 лет назад
This helped the battery in my wj, the voltage is still a little low but it's a lot better, Thanks
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
Thanks for watching! Don't forget to subscribe!
@kclyt07
@kclyt07 9 месяцев назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 6 месяцев назад
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!
@jasminewilliams3351
@jasminewilliams3351 3 года назад
Thank you so much for teaching me how to do this!
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
Happy to help!
@georgesanchez9971
@georgesanchez9971 4 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
Thanks for watching!
@catherinezuppero7609
@catherinezuppero7609 4 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
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
@methus57 2 года назад
$700 for a new battery?
@mattdathew2794
@mattdathew2794 4 года назад
thanks men, i'll be doing this in a few minutes, i was stuck
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
No problem 👍
@media333
@media333 4 года назад
Thanks!
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
Thanks for watching. Don't forget to sub the channel to receive all of our latest uploads.
@carmenmaldonado2982
@carmenmaldonado2982 3 года назад
Thank you.
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
You're welcome!
@alienartpop
@alienartpop 4 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
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.
@khash7473
@khash7473 4 года назад
Happy channel
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
Thanks for watching. Don't forget to sub the channel to receive all of our latest uploads.
@TapiocaGilroy
@TapiocaGilroy Год назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
If the battery is 5 years old I would replace it.
@mightymodder1178
@mightymodder1178 5 лет назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 5 лет назад
Toss a charger on it to get the battery level back up.
@bobbyhz5530
@bobbyhz5530 2 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 2 года назад
It may be the issue. Typically batteries are good for 5-6 years
@ChandlerDeGuzman
@ChandlerDeGuzman 4 года назад
Where do you get terminals like that? I can’t find them at any part store
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
Found them on Amazon amzn.to/2Y1tZMf
@AaronSalcedo
@AaronSalcedo 5 лет назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 5 лет назад
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
@zanaxox6659 4 года назад
John was it the battery or alternator??
@stopmaverick2
@stopmaverick2 2 года назад
Prob your alternator.. and/or need new battery all together.
@chinamichelle5711
@chinamichelle5711 6 лет назад
Will this help cool battery in hot weather? I have to jumpstart my battery because 100 degree weather we been having.
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 6 лет назад
It might. The battery water level should be up there to help the battery maintain a charge.
@davidwilliam1406
@davidwilliam1406 5 лет назад
Sounds like either your battery is in need of water or is getting old!💀
@mikehendrix6558
@mikehendrix6558 2 года назад
Love those Arms
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 2 года назад
Thanks for watching. Don't forget to sub the channel to for more videos like this!
@TheMono25
@TheMono25 4 года назад
Awesome video you got the point over you kinda messed up a little bit but I think people got the point
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
Thanks for watching
@Methodical2
@Methodical2 3 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
Thanks for watching
@chiefbubba2581
@chiefbubba2581 4 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
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
@chiefbubba2581 4 года назад
@@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?
@codyq0987
@codyq0987 3 года назад
Do I need to disconnect battery terminal before refilling the battery with water?
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
When working on anything electrical you should disconnect the battery
@isaacroetcisoender2843
@isaacroetcisoender2843 3 года назад
do you have to disconnect the battery before adding water?
@wetley09
@wetley09 Год назад
No
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
Thanks for watching
@rvingwithschaef2702
@rvingwithschaef2702 5 лет назад
How often should you check your water levels?
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 5 лет назад
Usually Spring and fall
@rvingwithschaef2702
@rvingwithschaef2702 5 лет назад
thanks!
@chalokipskips2352
@chalokipskips2352 3 года назад
Is it correct to refill distilled water while the engine is running
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
You can use distilled water but the motor should not be running while topping off the battery.
@riha6468
@riha6468 3 года назад
So, I do not need to remove the battery from the car before adding destill water?
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
Depending on the vehicle you shouldn't have to.
@debrahotalen8321
@debrahotalen8321 4 года назад
Does your vehicle have to be running while you doing it
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
No it does not. The vehicle should be off and you should also wear safety glasses and gloves. Hope this helps you out.
@Tata-iu3fy
@Tata-iu3fy 5 лет назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 5 лет назад
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
@Tata-iu3fy 5 лет назад
Homeowner Repair okay thanks
@freecleets
@freecleets 4 года назад
Your cables are loose on the terminals or the terminals might be dirty.
@Jgk15010
@Jgk15010 4 года назад
My 2010 Jetta's battery takes water.
@warnacokelat
@warnacokelat 3 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
I mention this in the video
@rockey5508
@rockey5508 2 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
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.
@LubaLuba1
@LubaLuba1 4 года назад
I have a routan 2012 and I cant find where I can put water 7BO915105E
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
If there are no caps on the top of it, it might be a maintenance free battery.
@djrednitro4116
@djrednitro4116 Год назад
I wish I saw this video before, my battery charges fine but can't crank, I have just bought a new one today
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
Thanks for watching! Don't forget to subscribe!
@mohammedalmalkee37
@mohammedalmalkee37 3 года назад
its ok with the normal water?
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
No, you want to use distilled water
@carmenmaldonado2982
@carmenmaldonado2982 3 года назад
How often should I check the water levels ?
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
Probably every spring and fall.
@toddburkheart3269
@toddburkheart3269 3 года назад
Every 4 months they say
@5layerinmybelly
@5layerinmybelly 4 года назад
Mines dosent have a plate like that what do I do
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
If your battery does not have caps on the top like this one does it is more than likely a maintenance free battery and doesn't require anything. Hope this helps you out.
@Dev-In-Denver123
@Dev-In-Denver123 5 лет назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 5 лет назад
If you follow the advice given in the video you should be fine.
@Shavian1
@Shavian1 5 лет назад
@@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
@spiritedmapa6597 4 года назад
@@Shavian1 he did wipe off the top 🤔
@fredsmith1710
@fredsmith1710 4 года назад
I was always told "the level" meant to aleast cover the tops of plates or also called "topping off"..
@westcoastpaeb
@westcoastpaeb 2 года назад
@@spiritedmapa6597 Yes, after he poured that liquid into the holes. That's like closing the barn door after the horses got out
@scorpven
@scorpven 4 года назад
PLEASE ALSO USE SAFETY GLASSES
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
We typically do. Thanks for watching
@BrianJohnson-tz6xl
@BrianJohnson-tz6xl 4 года назад
What happens if you over fill ??
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
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
@BrianJohnson-tz6xl 4 года назад
@@HomeOwnerRepair , how do I mix the two ?? And will it cause it too still smell like rotten eggs ??
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
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
@zillsburyy1
@zillsburyy1 Год назад
fill all the levels evenly
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
Yes, This is correct!
@annettelepore9203
@annettelepore9203 4 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
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.
@jessehernandez8616
@jessehernandez8616 Год назад
Aren't you supposed to charge your battery fully before adding the water?
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
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.
@RickLarson-ed1oc
@RickLarson-ed1oc Месяц назад
Be a good idea to disconnect your battery before you loose your eye sight
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Месяц назад
Great reminder! Safety is key when working on cars.
@SeanQuinn4
@SeanQuinn4 3 года назад
Dropped a like solely for the accent after 5 second 🤘
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
Thanks for watching.
@jeffuy458
@jeffuy458 4 года назад
Cant i just use Battery Solution??
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
Yes, That is what was used in this video
@xiangzongshi3953
@xiangzongshi3953 3 года назад
where we can buy battery water?
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
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
@xiangzongshi3953 3 года назад
@@HomeOwnerRepair thanks 😊
@splavin90
@splavin90 5 лет назад
You only need to fill it till you can see water on top of the lead plates
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 5 лет назад
Thanks for watching. Hope this video helped you out
@phantom2488
@phantom2488 5 лет назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
Distilled water should be used.
@surak24
@surak24 4 года назад
Please indicate that you need to use distilled water or else battery gets damage.
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
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.
@indica117
@indica117 2 года назад
Chikaaaago
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
Thanks for watching
@Noble720
@Noble720 2 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
You need to used distilled water, not tap water.
@naterichardson2730
@naterichardson2730 4 года назад
Sounds like your from long island
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
Southern NH
@secalcavazos3204
@secalcavazos3204 4 года назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
Thanks for watching
@buenaventuramarte3188
@buenaventuramarte3188 2 года назад
What kind of water is it recommended because this guy didn’t even say
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 2 года назад
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
@rustyshackleford2627 5 лет назад
That didn’t look like water
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 4 года назад
It's battery water that I purchased from my local auto parts store.
@ceramikxxx5882
@ceramikxxx5882 3 года назад
Adding water didnt work...
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 3 года назад
It may be time for a new battery. They typically last 5-6 years
@ceramikxxx5882
@ceramikxxx5882 3 года назад
@@HomeOwnerRepair i got it last year ...the cheapest one though
@ceramikxxx5882
@ceramikxxx5882 3 года назад
I got a jump and now my car has been starting ....i guess the water helped? Ill see how long though
@HoboHiney
@HoboHiney Год назад
Not to be a d***, but it is " electrolytes " Not Water.
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
Distilled water works, don't use tap water.
@HoboHiney
@HoboHiney Год назад
@Homeowner Repair I must have slightly overfilled a cell And it bubbled over during charging Now it won't take a full charge.
@davidwilliam1406
@davidwilliam1406 5 лет назад
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
@HomeOwnerRepair Год назад
Thanks for watching.
@coolice8669
@coolice8669 5 лет назад
Oh my God im not listening i keep looking at those arms
@HomeOwnerRepair
@HomeOwnerRepair 5 лет назад
Lol...Thanks for watching
@lindvallpaul9861
@lindvallpaul9861 5 лет назад
@cool ice what is wrong with them? i cant see anything wrong..?
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