Automotive Battery Service in Buena Park

Car Battery Service in Buena Park

Battery Service & Repair at Premier Chevrolet of Buena Park

The whole health of your car depends on the regular service and maintenance of your car battery. Because most modern automobiles are electric, your car battery not only keeps your car running but also protects you and your passengers while on the road. Come visit us at Premier Chevrolet of Buena Park if you are in or near the Santa Ana, Los Angeles, or Buena Park areas and think your battery may be in need of service.

Purpose of a Car Battery

An auto battery’s primary function is to supply power for starting your car. When the engine is turned off, it also serves as a surge protector for the car’s computer, providing electricity for items like lights, audio, GPS, and wipers. The car battery is part of the starting system, which consists of three basic components:

  • Ignition Switch: This is either the starter button you press or where you insert your key.
  • Starter Relay: The starter relay is controlled by this switch (also called a solenoid). When you turn the key in the ignition, a little electrical current is sent to the starting relay, which closes two contacts.
  • Starter Motor: The battery supplies voltage to the starter motor, which moves gears to start the car, when those contacts close.

Why Do Batteries Die?

Thousands of discharge-recharge reactions occur over the life of a battery. Each cycle wears down the plates slightly, and the lead deteriorates with time. Cold-cranking amps drop when the capacity of your car battery depletes. Deep discharge, which occurs when the battery is used to power your car’s music, lights, or other electrical equipment while the engine is turned off, is the leading cause of battery failure. Using your battery in this manner for an extended period of time and then recharging it through driving might cause the sulfur in the electrolyte solution to cling to the lead and cause further damage to the battery plates.

Why Get Your Battery Inspected?

It’s crucial to get your battery inspected on a regular basis so you can get professional guidance on how much life it has left. Inspecting your batteries can help spot fractures and damage before they become full-blown battery leaks, saving you time and money in the long run. In between battery changes, it can also assist maintain your battery clean and connected.

How Often Will You Need to Replace Your Battery?

Real-world battery life can be affected by several different factors. A battery’s usual average lifespan under ideal conditions is roughly four years, depending on the state of your charging infrastructure, where you reside, and your driving patterns. If you reside in a hotter area, your battery may need to be examined and possibly replaced sooner. If you reside in a considerably colder climate, your battery may survive up to five years, but you should still check it after three to four years.

How to Inspect Your Own Battery

You should know the two major ways to inspect your car battery yourself, in addition to having your battery inspected by a licensed automotive technician on a regular basis. They are:

  • Visual Inspection: Visually examine your vehicle’s battery. If your car battery is leaking, appears to be severely rusted, or appears crusty and dusty, it may be time to seek professional help.
  • Take a Test Drive: Take a spin in your vehicle and turn it on and off a few times. If you have difficulties starting your car or hear a ticking noise, you should head in for an inspection.

 

Contact our service department or schedule an appointment for battery service today in Buena Park, CA!