When your battery is on its way out, you’ll know it. Suddenly, you’ll struggle with all sorts of problems, from dim headlights to slow-moving windows, and your car won’t start. To avoid this, watch out for the following signs from your Mitsubishi dealer.
1. The Check Engine and Battery Lights Are On
When your battery fails, your dashboard’s check engine or battery lights will go on. It’s essential to take note of these warning signs to prevent a breakdown. Bring your car to us, and one of our technicians will perform a thorough inspection to determine what triggered the warning lights.
2. Your Struggle With Your Car’s Electronics
When the weak battery can’t provide the necessary power to the electronics, you’ll likely notice various problems while driving. Your headlights might not be as bright as usual, the sunroof may not work correctly, and the windows and windshield wipers could move slower than normal.
3. There’s Corrosion Around the Battery Terminals
If you see a white substance around the metal connections on the battery, it could cause voltage problems. Don’t worry if it’s a minor corrosion. You can quickly get rid of it by using baking soda, water, and a brush. If the corrosion is extensive and already started gnawing at the metal, you’ll have to get a new battery.
4. You Smell a Whiff of Rotten Eggs
You know what your car smells like, and when you get a whiff of rotten eggs inside the cabin or smell it under the hood, your battery is overcharged, or the case is damaged, and hydrogen sulfide is escaping.
5. The Battery Case Is Swollen
The case will become swollen when hydrogen gasses build up inside a battery. Visit us, and we will find the correct top-quality battery for your vehicle and perform an expert installation.
6. You Have To Jump Start Your Car
If you’re having trouble starting your car and have to get the jumper cables out of the trunk regularly, it’s a sign that your battery has reached the end of its life. Replace your battery as soon as possible to avoid your car not starting at all.
7. Your Battery Is Old
Like everything else in life, batteries age. Generally, a battery can last up to five years, but extreme hot and cold temperatures, corrosion, and loose cables can seriously affect your battery’s life. When your battery is over three years old, bring your car to us for regular battery inspections and tests to determine if you need a replacement.
If you’ve experienced any of the problems mentioned earlier or suspect that your car battery is reaching the end of its life, stop at Heritage Mitsubishi – Morrow today for a battery inspection and test to prevent the hassle of a breakdown.
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