A weak, failing battery is a headache no driver wants to deal with. It will also seem to happen when you least expect it to. As your Chevy dealer, we want to prevent this situation from happening to you. These are some signs your battery is in trouble and you need to visit us for a new car battery.
Worn Alternator
The battery uses its stored electricity to supply the charge that powers the starter, which cranks your engine and brings it to life. The electricity used in this process is replenished by the alternator: a mini generator that supplies power for all your Chevy’s systems. The recharging process starts as soon as your engine is running.
In time, the alternator will slow down due to aged and worn components. This slowdown reduces your Chevy’s electricity supply and means less electricity is available to recharge your battery. As time goes by, the battery will weaken and eventually fail. We’ll test your alternator and replace it if it’s failing. We’ll also examine your battery and recharge or replace it, depending on the situation.
Loose Battery Connectors
The battery connects to the electrical system via two connectors, one attached to the positive terminal and the other to the negative terminal. The connectors are tightly screwed in position, but the cables will move as you drive. In time, these slight movements can loosen one of the connections.
Electricity can’t pass through a gap, and the loose connection to the electrical system will restrict the battery’s ability to supply and receive power. The battery warning light on your dash will illuminate as a warning there’s a problem in the electrical system. Our technicians will check the cable and connections and re-tighten them to fix this issue.
Starting Problems
One of the most common signs of a failing battery is delayed starting. As a battery gets older, its electricity storage capacity slowly drops. Since a relatively fixed amount of power is required to start your engine, an older battery won’t have enough storage capacity to supply the necessary charge. If this happens, you’ll hear the starter laboring as the battery tries to draw on more energy.
Starting problems can also be caused by issues with the starter, starter solenoid, wiring, or damaged alternator. We’ll need to examine your Chevy to determine the cause of the issue. If your battery is failing, we can install a new one for you within minutes. If another component or system is causing the problem, we’ll repair or replace it.
If you think your battery could be failing, contact our service department right away at Henna Chevrolet Austin in Austin, TX.
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