Get a Battery Replacement
Your vehicle battery has a finite life cycle. Our team at South Bay MINI near Redondo Beach will use a voltmeter to test your battery before they can determine the state of your battery. You do not have to wait until your battery goes dead.
Let our experts test the battery during routine vehicle maintenance or come in specifically for battery aid. From there, we can recommend a replacement if the battery voltage starts dwindling. If the battery capacity is below 12 volts, it's time for a replacement - it takes a battery between three and five years, or excessive use, to drop to that level. Here are signs to watch for when your battery needs a replacement:
- It won't charge and instead produces rapid clicks- If the battery fails to charge, you will have a problem starting your vehicle, and eventually, it will stop functioning.
- The battery won't hold a charge- Although you are able to jumpstart your vehicle, you inch closer to the battery failing you when you need it most. Multi jumpstarts due to a dying battery can inevitably damage your vehicle.
- The battery voltage on the voltmeter is low- The test simply lets you know the battery is very weak.
Get Your Car Battery Tested
Immediately note any of the signs above and schedule a battery service appointment with our experts if something happens. It's better to contact us before your battery drains so that you do not have to tow your vehicle to the service center. At our service center, an expert will test the battery and then guide you in selecting a new vehicle battery for the best replacement.
If your battery is in good condition after the test, the expert will diagnose any other problem that might be affecting your battery as you drive around Carson. Drivers should bring their vehicles to our location if the battery dies. When testing the battery, it is important that we also test the charging system, alternator, and anything else that might be affecting how a battery holds a charge.
Get a New Battery in Less Than 30 Minutes
Your battery will last up to five years, depending on how much you drive and the climate patterns. You have a long time to plan for your battery replacement. To ensure that you are ready for when the battery fails, incorporate battery testing in your vehicle maintenance routine. This way, you will never get stranded.
It takes less than 30 minutes to replace a depleted battery. The process includes cleaning the terminals and trays to remove any debris that might be there. After that, a new battery is installed, and the old one is properly disposed of.
Reach Out to Request an Appointment
At South Bay MINI, one of our team members will be happy to answer any questions you might have. Our team can also ensure that you have the right battery specifications for your vehicle make and model. We can tell you a lot about your battery during a battery service. Including how best to take care of it. Pay us a visit around Carson or schedule an appointment with our experts for a battery service soon.