Battery Service

Battery Service at Griffith Ford Seguin

To keep your car battery in good operating order, it must be repaired and maintained on a regular basis. Because most modern automobiles are electric, your car battery not only keeps you on the road but helps keep you and your passengers safe while driving. Come to Ford Griffith Seguin if you are in or around Lockhart, Luling, or Stockdale areas if you need professional advice on the state of your battery or battery maintenance. All of your battery needs can be met by us.

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Your Battery’s Purpose

The battery is one of the most important components of your vehicle. It not only provides power to your car's electrical system, but it also helps your car's engine start up when you turn the key in the ignition. Your battery, as your car's primary power source, charges and discharges energy from your engine to power a variety of vehicle components. When the engine is switched off, it can also act as a surge protector for the vehicle's computer systems, providing power to items such as lights, audio, GPS, and wipers.

How to Spot a Battery in Need of Maintenance

A battery will normally die slowly and give you notice. There are, of course, exceptions, such as when a faulty cell produces an internal collapse. There are usually no warning signs when this happens, and you'll end up needing a jump every time you start your car or truck. If it takes a long time for your engine to start or heat up, you may have a bad car battery. Strange cranking sounds coming from your vehicle while driving could indicate that the battery is deteriorating or corroding. A buildup of dirt on your battery's terminals acts as a conductor, causing your battery to deplete more quickly than usual. Corrosion, which appears as a white, green, or blue material, serves as an insulator, interrupting the current flow and making your battery work harder.

How to Inspect Your Own Battery

The simplest method for determining the health of your battery is to perform a visual inspection. Although such an examination would not reveal the voltage or amperage charge of the battery, it will alert you to indicators of corrosion or wear that may suggest that the battery needs to be changed. The connecting wires should be changed immediately if they are frayed or damaged in any manner. Clean the positive and negative terminals of your battery with a metal brush, rag, or old toothbrush if they have powdery deposits. Corrosion is caused by battery acid seepage. If the external casing or cell cover of your battery is cracked, you should replace it. Batteries contain hazardous compounds, notably acid, and you should never use a battery that has been damaged.

Importance of Regular Inspections and Maintenance

Inspecting your batteries can help you detect cracks and damage before they turn into full-fledged battery leaks, saving you time and money in the long run. It can also help keep your battery clean and connected properly in between battery swaps. It's critical to have your battery examined on a regular basis so you can get expert advice on how long it has left and any potential problems.