Whether you're driving a gasoline-powered Ford vehicle or cruising through Glen Mills or Malvern in an electric or hybrid model, the battery is an important part you'll want to take care of. Not only does the battery power the lights, radio, and anything else electric in your vehicle, but it also assists with the starting of the engine. Over time, the battery can lose its charge, resulting in no starts and requiring your vehicle to be jumped. To prevent this from occurring, it's necessary to perform routine maintenance on your battery and have it replaced when needed.
When Should I Replace My Car's Battery?
Your vehicle will show signs that the battery is dying or needs to be replaced. Some of these warning signs include:
- Dim Lights - The first sign that your car's battery is losing its charge is dimmer interior lights. If you've noticed that it's not as bright in your vehicle or certain electronics aren't working the way they should, you'll want to have the charge on the battery checked out.
- Hard Starts - Does it take a while for your car to start, especially first thing in the morning? If so, it may be because there isn't enough power coming from the battery to activate the starter.
- No Starts - Have you had to have your vehicle jumped? This means that your car's battery was dead. If it's a successful jumpstart, you'll want to have the battery inspected or replaced soon. If it couldn't be jumped, the battery is most likely completely dead and will need to be replaced.
Contact Fred Beans Ford of West Chester to Schedule Battery Service
Whether you're driving a Ford car, truck, SUV, or van, we can help with your battery maintenance. Simply contact our service center or use our online service scheduling tool at your next convenience.
