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Should You Use a Trickle Charger For Your 2018 Nissan Sentra in Issaquah?
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(Posted on Jan 9, 2019 at 07:59AM by Robert Bacon)

Hi Robert,

I'll be spending a few months in Europe this year for business. Do you think I should get a trickle charger to make sure my 2018 Nissan Sentraâ€™s battery doesn't go flat? If so, how would I set it up?

Thanks,
Christopher

Hi, Christopher!

If your battery isn't going to be used for a few months it will start to discharge. With this in mind, it would be a good idea to fit a trickle charger to your 2018 Nissan Sentra while youâ€™re away.

The best type to go for is one with a built in regulator. This will match your batteryâ€™s discharge rate, ensuring the power always stays at a constant level.

Attaching a trickle charger is an easy process. First, you need to make sure that your vehicle is parked in a well-ventilated location which is free from rain. Then you should turn your Sentraâ€™s ignition off and remove the key.

Make sure the amperage and voltage levels on the trickle charger are set to match your vehicleâ€™s battery before you connect anything.

A trickle charger has two alligator clips, you need to connect the positive one to the matching battery terminal. Then, clasp the negative to a bare piece of metal: the carâ€™s frame is a good option. Finally, you can plug the unit into a regular power outlet and switch it on.

Thanks for the question, Christopher. Contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you need anything else.