The cold weather is here, and with it comes an increase in flat batteries and jump starts. 🥶❄️ But at HH Recovery, we don’t just get you going again—we go the extra mile to ensure your charging system is in good health, helping you avoid repeat breakdowns.


Why Is Your Battery Draining?


A flat battery isn’t always just a case of leaving the lights on overnight. There are several reasons why your vehicle might not be holding charge, and we’ve seen them all:

🔧 Alternator Pulley Failure – A damaged pulley can prevent the alternator from charging your battery properly.


🔧 Auxiliary Belt Tensioner Failure – If the belt isn’t properly tensioned, it can slip, reducing the alternator’s efficiency.


🔧 Internal Alternator Failure – Sometimes, the alternator itself stops working, leading to a drained battery.


🔧 Battery Cell Failure – Over time, battery cells degrade and fail to hold charge.


🔧 Worn or Broken Auxiliary Belt – A snapped or slipping belt means no power is getting to your alternator.


🔧 Crank Pulley Issues – A faulty crank pulley can even cause the battery light to illuminate on your dashboard.

Winter Jump Starts: More Than Just a Boost at HH Recovery

At HH Recovery, we don’t just jump-start your car and drive off—we carry out key checks to make sure there’s no underlying issue. Before we leave, we:

✅ Inspect your battery's overall condition, age, and voltage.


✅ Check if the battery warning light is on—a key indicator of charging system issues.


✅ Visually inspect the alternator for damage, debris, or strange noises.


✅ Assess the auxiliary belt for wear and tear.


✅ Test the alternator’s charging performance by monitoring the battery voltage.

For a healthy charging system, we expect the alternator to provide a voltage above 13.5V, though we’ve seen healthy systems range between 13.3V and 14.5V, depending on the vehicle type and power demand.

How We Ensure a Proper Diagnosis

If our checks reveal an issue, we don’t leave you stranded. We’ll advise on the best course of action, whether that means:

🚗 A full recovery to your local garage.


🔋 Sourcing and fitting a new battery.


🔧 Replacing a worn auxiliary belt.

No matter the issue, HH Recovery is here to help—so if your car won’t start this winter, give us a call!


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