Car Batteries

As you venture downtown to the grocery store, head to school for carpool duty, or gear up for your morning commute, you'll want to get behind the wheel of your car knowing that it will get you from point A to point B safely. If you haven't had your vehicle's battery inspected recently, your journey could prove to be unpredictable. Our used car service department serving Youngstown is here for all of your battery service needs.

How to Check the Condition of Your Car's Battery & What to Do if the Battery Fails:

• Make sure that the connections are clean, tight, and corrosion-free.
• If your car fails to start, get your jumper cables and find another driver to help
• Make sure that both cars are in "park" or "neutral" with the ignitions shut off and the emergency brake is on
• Remove the caps from each car's battery and connect the cables
• Attach one of the red clips to the position terminal on your battery and attach the other red clip on the positive terminal on the other vehicle's battery
• Attach one of the black clips to the negative terminal on the other car's battery and attach the other black clip to an unpainted, metal surface on your car-making sure that is isn't near the carburetor or the battery
• Try to start your vehicle 

If you find you cannot jumpstart the battery or can do so with some difficulty, it may be time to pay a visit to our service department.

When To Replace Your Car Battery

Here are some telltale signs that you may need to replace your car battery:

• When it's low: If you're noticing that it takes your car longer to crank when you turn the key, if the lights are dimming, or if your car simply won't start, it's a good indication that your battery is nearing the end of its lifespan. Any time your car needs to be jumpstarted, it's a good idea to have the system checked to ensure that everything's in good shape.
• When it's old: As your battery ages, it will naturally lose some of its juice. Extreme hot and cold can speed this process up. When your battery does fail, it may not give any warning signs beforehand. That's why it's a good idea to replace your battery if it's over three years old, even if it seems to be working.

How to Check the Condition of Your Car's Battery & What to Do if the Battery Fails:

Why Visit Our Used Car Service Department Near Youngstown?