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Thursday, March 26-April 1, 2020 www.rutherfordweekly.com 828-248-1408 Rutherford Weekly - Page 7 CARS & TRUCKS 2013 HONDA ACCORD SDN for sale with 114,500 miles. One owner, no smoking. Beige Leather interior. Sunroof. Great gas mileage. $10,500. Call 704- 692-5016 for more information. 2003 HUMMER H2 LOADED. Excellent condition, 94+ miles, 1 owner, $11,500. Call after 11AM. 828-625-0646. 2003 NISSAN MAXIMA Nissan Maxima GLE 126,900 miles, $3000, Very good condition. (828) 447-4257 CARS & TRUCKS 2002 DODGE CARAVAN 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan EX. $1000. Also 2000 Chevrolet Truck 4x4, Ext cab, lifted. $3000. (704) 472-1715 1987 FORD F-150 82,000 miles, $1700. Long wheel base, Dual Tanks. Truck has been sit- ting for several years was run- ning when parked, can send pic- tures by phone. 704-300-1818 kim_hopper@bellsouth.net 2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE Pearl White. Carriage roof, Mi- chelin tires, looks & runs good, 3rd Owner! 117,000 miles, $2950. Call 704-678-3954 or (704) 487-0550 1995 CHEVROLET S-10 225,000 miles. 4 cylinder, 5 speed, air. $1400. 704-460-1949 To Advertise Your Business, Contact Mike Marlow at 828-248-1408 or advertising@rutherfordweekly.com Vehicles consist of many essential components to keep them running effi ciently and ef- fectively. Car and truck owners should have an understanding of how their vehicles function so they can diagnose and ad- dress problems as they arise. Car batteries are an import- ant component of any vehi- cle. Even though engines are the powerhouse of any car or truck, without a battery, the en- gine wouldn't be able to work. According to Firestone Com- plete Auto Care, car batteries work by providing a jolt of electricity necessary to power all the elec- trical components of the vehicle. This is achieved through a chemical reaction that changes chemical energy into the electri- cal energy needed to deliver voltage to the starter. In addition to initially starting the car, the battery also keeps electric current steady to keep the engine running. The battery also works in conjunction with the alternator to power the electron- ics in the car, according to the automotive information blog Autosessive. While the car is running, the alternator reverses the current produced by the battery, recharg- ing it as a result. This happens during long journeys, so people who drive for short bursts of time may fi nd that their batter- ies will not have a chance to recharge and may not have the longevity desired. There is quite literally a lot riding on a functioning battery. No one wants to be caught stranded by a dead battery, so drivers may wonder if there are any indi- cators that may signal the battery needs replacement. • Slow turnover: If a vehicle does not im- mediately start or if the cranking is sluggish and takes longer to start, it may mean the battery is starting to fail. • Frequent, short trips: Drivers who make frequent, short trips may fi nd their car batteries do not have time to fully recharge. This, coupled with overtaxing thanks to a lot of acces- sory use, may cause the battery and the alternator to have shortened life spans. • Low battery fl uid levels: If the fl uid level is below the energy con- ductor inside, it is often indicative of overcharging and excessive heat. • Corrosion: Corrosion buildup, dust, dirt, and grime on battery con- nections may cause performance problems. Inspecting and cleaning the terminals can prolong the bat- tery life. • Odors and leaks: Battery leaks can produce a sulfur odor similar to the smell of a rotten egg. This can become problematic over time, and leaks may indi- cate an aging or damaged battery. • Age: Most batteries have a fi nite life span. A well-maintained battery can last up to fi ve years. Neglect can reduce that life expectan- cy considerably. • Bloated or cracked battery case: Re- place the battery immediately if the case is cracking, as it could be because excessive heat is swelling the battery. 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Please call 828-606-4334, lo- cal #. 2000 JEEP WRANGLER FOUR WHEEL FUN! 216,000+ miles, 6 cylinder, 4.0 Liter, 4x4, 5 speed manual transmission, hard top, rear seat, a/c, black cloth interior, fair condition. $6,000 or best offer. Please call 704-473-4722. 2008 PONTIAC G8 V-6, 148,000 miles. $5000 fi rm. 704-460-1949 1994 GMC SHORT SCHOOL BUS CHASSIS with chair lift, 140,000 miles, $2400. 704- 460-1949 ALL CLASSIFIEDS ALL CLASSIFIEDS ONLINE & ONLINE & IN PRINT IN PRINT Classifi ed Deadline is Classifi ed Deadline is 3:00pm Tuesday 3:00pm Tuesday Carolina Carolina CLASSIFIEDS .com or call 828.248.1408 157 West Main St., Forest City, NC

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