Is it Time for a Car Battery Replacement?
Your car battery manages a range of tasks and devices, from starting the engine to powering in-car computers and is one of the most important parts of any modern vehicle. Just like regular oil changes, replacing air filters and other maintenance services, taking care of your car battery is one of the most effective ways to ensure your car runs smoothly and without any problems.
Auto shops report that flat or damaged batteries are one of the top causes for roadside assistance calls. The batteries are simply too old for the job they’re performing. Cold weather also puts a two-fold strain on the battery by reducing its power output (up to 50% at 20 degrees F!) and increasing the amps needed to crank a cold engine (up to double the amps at 20 degrees F).
So when should I replace my car battery? After four or five years, most car batteries will be almost completely unreliable and can present a number of safety and reliability issues. Even with proper maintenance, many car batteries will become inefficient within three years of everyday use in normal conditions. Just like your smart-phone battery becomes less efficient with every charge, so your car battery gradually deteriorates every time it’s charged up by the vehicle’s engine.
A car battery replacement should have the same or higher CCA rating as the original battery specified by the vehicle manufacturer. Batteries should be fully charged before they are installed. Other items that should always be inspected and may need to be replaced include battery cables, anti-corrosion washers for the battery terminals, battery tray, and/or battery hold-down hardware and clamps.
Remember: The price of a car battery replacement is worth the relatively small cost to avoid the stress of a roadside breakdown.
Wondering when should I replace my battery? Contact our ASE-certified technicians at Rebel Automotive for more information about car battery replacement and to schedule an appointment. Our auto shop serves vehicle owners in Henderson, NV, Las Vegas, NV, and North Las Vegas, NV.
Your car battery manages a range of tasks and devices, from starting the engine to powering in-car computers and is one of the most important parts of any modern vehicle. Just like regular oil changes, replacing air filters and other maintenance services, taking care of your car battery is one of the most effective ways to ensure your car runs smoothly and without any problems.
Auto shops report that flat or damaged batteries are one of the top causes for roadside assistance calls. The batteries are simply too old for the job they’re performing. Cold weather also puts a two-fold strain on the battery by reducing its power output (up to 50% at 20 degrees F!) and increasing the amps needed to crank a cold engine (up to double the amps at 20 degrees F).
So when should I replace my car battery? After four or five years, most car batteries will be almost completely unreliable and can present a number of safety and reliability issues. Even with proper maintenance, many car batteries will become inefficient within three years of everyday use in normal conditions. Just like your smart-phone battery becomes less efficient with every charge, so your car battery gradually deteriorates every time it’s charged up by the vehicle’s engine.
A car battery replacement should have the same or higher CCA rating as the original battery specified by the vehicle manufacturer. Batteries should be fully charged before they are installed. Other items that should always be inspected and may need to be replaced include battery cables, anti-corrosion washers for the battery terminals, battery tray, and/or battery hold-down hardware and clamps.
Remember: The price of a car battery replacement is worth the relatively small cost to avoid the stress of a roadside breakdown.
Wondering when should I replace my battery? Contact our ASE-certified technicians at Rebel Automotive for more information about car battery replacement and to schedule an appointment. Our auto shop serves vehicle owners in Henderson, NV, Las Vegas, NV, and North Las Vegas, NV.
