Here at our RAM dealership serving Sugar Land, TX, we know that there’s nothing more frustrating than heading out to your car to leave for work in the morning only to hear the dreaded click of a dead battery. As the part that supplies an electrical current for the starter motor to crank the engine, the battery is an essential vehicle component. The expert mechanics at our Chrysler service center are well-versed in providing Sugar Land, TX area drivers with battery maintenance, and we’re happy to provide tips to keep your car’s battery fresh.
There are a few different reasons for battery failure, with the most common being a high amount of heat underneath the hood. In order to fight this heat, most modern vehicles come with a heat shield that fits over the battery. One reason that battery degradation can occur is due to this heat shield being ill-fitted or coming unattached. Additionally, a malfunctioning charging system, whether it’s over-charged or under-charged, can cause the battery to lose life faster than usual. Common signs of battery issues include the starter motor cranking the engine slowly, dim headlamps, and an illuminated battery/charging warning light.
If you’re noticing any of the above battery issues, it’s best to bring to bring your vehicle into our service center, where one of our technicians will take a close look at it. Beyond inspecting and cleaning the case, we’ll also check the electrolyte level to ensure that it’s high enough. If that doesn’t do the trick, we’ll inspect and clean the terminals, and as a last resort, we’ll remove the old battery and install a new one.
If you’re in need of battery replacement, head over to our service center today.