Car batteries power parts of your car like your air conditioning, radio, and lights, and allow them all to run at the same time. It’s important to pay attention to the functionality of your car battery to know when it might be time to replace it. If your car is hard to start, or starts and shuts off soon after, a new battery may be the solution.

It’s fairly easy to identify the warning signs of a failing or drained battery. Read below for answers to common questions about car battery life and function from the experts at Asheboro Honda.

Car Battery Questions Answered in Asheboro, North Carolina

When does a car battery need to be changed?

Car batteries can last anywhere from 3 to 6 years, but it’s best to consider buying a replacement battery after 4 years. The life of your battery will vary based on where you live, how you drive, and what model of car you own.

My battery warning light came on, should I be worried?

If a light in your car shaped like a battery is on, this means your car charging system is not working correctly.

Though it may not directly indicate a problem with your car battery, the light does mean your alternator is not generating enough energy to be able to run your car and also recharge your battery. Pay Asheboro Honda a visit so our maintenance team can address the problem.

What drains car batteries?

The most common causes are user error (like leaving your lights on or not closing the door all the way), a parasitic drain (parts of your car keep running even after you turn it off), and a bad charging system.

Are car battery chargers good?

In the case of an emergency, a car battery charger can be great to get you on your way without a hassle. However, if you are relying on the charger often, you should have your car battery checked out.

How can I tell when my car battery might be dying?

There are 4 things to watch for that indicate a malfunctioning car battery:

• Engine is slow to start
• Other electrical components (e.g. windows, windshield wipers, etc.) do not function properly
• Illuminated dashboard battery warning light
• It’s been a few years since you last had the battery changed

If you have more questions or want to set up an appointment for battery service, contact our dealership at (888) 643-7432 so our maintenance team may assist you. Our 1625 E. Dixie Drive store is fully equipped to provide you with fast, quality service, and complete your battery repair or replacement if needed.

We look forward to serving customers from our hometown, as well as nearby Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem.