How Do I Know I Need My Battery Replaced?

If your battery can no longer hold a charge, there won’t be enough juice left in the battery to start the engine. Before it gets that bad, you may also see your headlights and dashboard lights flickering or running dim. You may have difficulty with other electronic features such as key fobs. That indicates that your battery is struggling to hold a charge

What Is a Battery Health Test?

A battery health test can determine if your battery simply needs to be charged or if the battery is too old and worn out to hold a charge and needs replacement. The alternator converts engine power into electricity to recharge your battery as you drive along. The alternator ensures you’ve always got power in the battery to start your car each day. However, as batteries age, they can no longer hold a charge over time, leading to electrical problems. In some cases, instead of the battery, the alternator may need to be replaced if the battery health test determines that the battery can still hold a charge. A bad alternator will need replacement to keep the vehicle’s battery charged as you drive.