When your battery is in the beginning stages of failure, you'll notice several signs that indicate it's time for a replacement. Here are some common indicators that your car battery might be dying:
1. Slow Cranking or No Start
This is perhaps the most obvious sign. If your car takes longer than usual to start or doesn't start at all, it could be a sign of a weak battery.
This is perhaps the most obvious sign. If your car takes longer than usual to start or doesn't start at all, it could be a sign of a weak battery.
2. Dim Headlights
When your battery is struggling, it can affect the electrical components in your car, including your headlights. If you notice that your headlights are dimmer than usual, it might be a battery issue.
When your battery is struggling, it can affect the electrical components in your car, including your headlights. If you notice that your headlights are dimmer than usual, it might be a battery issue.
3. Interior Lights Fading
If your interior lights are flickering or dimming, it could be another indication of a failing battery. Your battery is responsible for powering these lights, so any problems with the battery can cause them to malfunction.
If your interior lights are flickering or dimming, it could be another indication of a failing battery. Your battery is responsible for powering these lights, so any problems with the battery can cause them to malfunction.
4. Dashboard Warning Lights
Some cars have a battery warning light on the dashboard. If this light comes on, it's a clear sign that there's a problem with your battery.
Some cars have a battery warning light on the dashboard. If this light comes on, it's a clear sign that there's a problem with your battery.
5. Frequent Battery Recharge
If you find yourself needing to jump-start your car frequently, it's a strong indication that your battery is nearing the end of its life.
If you find yourself needing to jump-start your car frequently, it's a strong indication that your battery is nearing the end of its life.
6. Battery Corrosion
Check the terminals of your battery for signs of corrosion. Green or white buildup can indicate a problem with the battery or its connections.
Check the terminals of your battery for signs of corrosion. Green or white buildup can indicate a problem with the battery or its connections.
7. Age of the Battery
The average lifespan of a car battery is around three to five years. If your battery is older than this, it's more likely to be failing.
The average lifespan of a car battery is around three to five years. If your battery is older than this, it's more likely to be failing.
Rely on Jiffy Lube for Battery Maintenance
Since battery testing is included with every Jiffy Lube Signature Service® Oil Change, you can be confident that Jiffy Lube technicians will help keep your vehicle on the road. Battery maintenance can also be done as a standalone service, so if you notice any troubling signs with your battery between oil changes, don’t hesitate to bring your vehicle in.
A trained Jiffy Lube technician will:
Since battery testing is included with every Jiffy Lube Signature Service® Oil Change, you can be confident that Jiffy Lube technicians will help keep your vehicle on the road. Battery maintenance can also be done as a standalone service, so if you notice any troubling signs with your battery between oil changes, don’t hesitate to bring your vehicle in.
A trained Jiffy Lube technician will:
- Visually inspect your battery, including the hold-down and connections
- Perform a thorough terminal cleaning (as needed with your approval)
- Replace cables (as needed and with your approval)
- Electrically test the battery, including OCV (Open Circuit Voltage) and CCA (Cold Cranking Amps)
- Inspect and adjust your battery fluid level (if possible)
Jiffy Lube recommends following manufacturer recommendations, where applicable, for maintenance schedules and service intervals. At Jiffy Lube, we’re experts at keeping your vehicle running smoothly with services and diagnostics performed at Jiffy Lube Idaho.
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