{"id":1064,"date":"2023-05-29T14:44:54","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T04:44:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bmtech.com.au\/?p=1064"},"modified":"2024-07-22T18:56:47","modified_gmt":"2024-07-22T08:56:47","slug":"4-signs-that-you-need-a-car-battery-health-check","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bmtech.com.au\/4-signs-that-you-need-a-car-battery-health-check\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Signs That You Need a Car Battery Health Check"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A car battery is one of those core components that we tend to take for granted. It not only provides power to start the engine but also provides a stable voltage to keep it running smoothly (not to mention powering your radio, headlights, and other necessary bits and pieces).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it may seem like your car battery is performing these duties just fine, it could be that it&#8217;s on its last legs. This is because it\u2019s one of those uncomplaining components that can still do what we need, even when it\u2019s not in optimum condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, a sick car battery does give signals that it\u2019s about to give out. You need to know what they are. Recognising them means you can have your car battery attended to before it completely packs up or has it replaced so you don\u2019t find yourself stranded on the way home from work in the pouring rain, waiting for Roadside Assistance or a tow truck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Signs of a failing car battery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The battery warning light is on<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This one is basic but worth noting nonetheless. Cars have ways of warning drivers when things aren\u2019t quite right, and one of them is the dashboard warning lights. If there\u2019s something wrong with a car battery or another component affecting the battery, the car battery warning light will illuminate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we said, this may not indicate a problem with the battery itself; it could be that the alternator or even the drive belt is playing up. Either way, something is stopping the car battery from performing at its peak condition. Ignore this light at your peril.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Difficulty starting the engine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we mentioned, a car battery provides the power needed to start the engine. It does this by generating electricity and sending it to the starter motor, which cranks the combustion engine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A healthy battery will fire the engine into life quickly. If it\u2019s turning over or cranking slowly, it means the battery is running out of life and either needs a health check or replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ticking noise<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several issues can cause an engine that doesn\u2019t start at all. However, if you turn the key and all you hear is a repetitive ticking or clicking noise, then the cause is most definitely a dead battery. It may only need a charge, but if it\u2019s near the end of its life, it\u2019s better to have it replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Corrosion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Electricity is delivered from a car battery via leads attached to its terminals. Corrosive substances can accumulate around these terminals, hampering the flow of electricity and damaging the battery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of corrosion is easily noticeable. If you see it, you\u2019re looking at a car battery in poor condition that needs replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It\u2019s old<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A car battery typically lasts\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bmtech.com.au\/how-long-do-car-batteries-last\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">five to eight years<\/a>. At this point, it becomes less able to withstand the rigours of harsh weather, be it cold or hot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve had your car for around five years and haven\u2019t replaced the battery, it\u2019s worth checking it out. As we\u2019ve said, a car battery can deteriorate while still performing its role\u2014until suddenly, it dies at a most inconvenient time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get a car battery health check at BM Tech.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At BM Tech, our trained technicians deal with car batteries all the time and know just what to look for. If you\u2019re not sure how old your battery is or if you\u2019ve noticed any of the warning signs mentioned above, don\u2019t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/bmtech.com.au\/contact\/\">get in touch<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A car battery is one of those core components that we tend to take for granted. It not only provides power to start the engine but also provides a stable voltage to keep it running smoothly (not to mention powering your radio, headlights, and other necessary bits and pieces). 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