Car Battery Replacement

Signs of a Dead or Bad Battery

Aside from its age, there are several signs to be on the lookout for that could indicate the need for battery replacement. These include:

• Routine rough starts and the engine struggling to turn over.
• Flickering or dimming headlights when your vehicle is running.
• Issues with your electrical system when your vehicle is running.
• Corrosion to the battery connectors or a damaged battery case.

When diagnosing a bad battery, it's important to make the distinction between a bad battery and a bad alternator. The alternator is responsible for charging the battery and dispersing power to many of the vehicle's electrical components. As you might imagine, signs of a bad alternator are similar to signs of a bad battery so it’s important to have it checked by a professional when you notice the first signs of an issue.

Some signs of a bad alternator include abnormal rattling, whining, or grinding noises. There's also an alternator light that's likely to illuminate your dash in the event there's an issue with it.

Battery Services from GreatWater 360 Auto Care

Each local shop in the GreatWater 360 Auto Care network prides itself on being a leading full-service auto maintenance and repair center. And no battery issue is too much for our technicians to handle. Whether you're looking for a diagnostic battery check to test the charge on your battery or need a battery replacement, we'll gladly handle it and get you back on your way. Each shop carries the top battery brands, including AC Delco, which offers outstanding warranties on their batteries.