Signs I May Need a New Car Battery

Signs I May Need a New Car Battery
 
There’s nothing worse than getting in your car to go to work or school and finding that your car battery is dead. Also, driving in winter on snow or ice-covered roads or when the weather presents low visibility is the worst time to get stranded with a dead car battery. Are there signs your car gives that lets you know your battery is dying? How can you prevent your car battery from dying unexpectedly?
 
If you live in Berlin, Gorham, Jefferson, Milan, Bethel, Stoneham, Newry or a surrounding area, you’re not a far drive at all from Berlin City Ford Lincoln’s service department. Let’s take a look at some basic information about car batteries, and keep in mind that if you need a new battery, Berlin City Ford Lincoln of New Hampshire has a top-notch service department that can test your battery and replace it if it’s low on “juice.”
 

Car is slow to start. If your car takes longer than usual to start or the engine seems sluggish, you may need a new battery.
Check engine light is on. While the check engine light can alert you to a number of different problems, l it can also be a sign that your battery is low on power.
It’s been several years since you got your current battery. If your battery isn’t showing any signs that it is dying, after you’ve had it for three years, it’s always a good idea to have it checked annually.
You need a jump start your vehicle to get going. If you’ve needed to jump your car to get it started more than two or three times in one week, it’s definitely time to have your battery check and probably replaced.

 
Residents in and around Berlin, Gorham, Jefferson, Milan, Bethel, Stoneham, and Newry can stop by, call or make a service appointment right here on our website to have your car battery checked and replaced, if necessary.
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