Trojan Auto Care advises that if you smell rotten eggs underneath your vehicle, the catalytic converter is dying. If you smell rotten eggs in the engine, the battery is leaking sulfuric acid. This is just one sign that you need to replace your car, truck, or utility vehicle’s battery. We are going to list the other signs that the battery is dying below. Head straight to our shop to avoid getting stranded with a dead battery.
Battery Warning Light
The battery light will turn on briefly when you first start your automobile. If it does not turn off, this is a sign that the battery is not producing enough power. As an aside, this can also be an indication that the alternator is going bad. The battery light covers your vehicle’s electrical system. It remains illuminated after you start your automobile if there is a problem with the electrical system.
Corroded Battery Terminals
If the battery light stays on, cut the engine and pop the hood. Check the battery terminals to see if they are corroded. If they are, wait until your engine cools and then use a mixture of baking soda and water to clean the terminals and the cables. Corrosion on the terminals and cables is another indication that your battery is leaking sulfuric acid and needs to be replaced.
Difficult/No Starts
Naturally, if your battery is going bad, you will start to have problems getting your automobile started. Difficult starts or no starts due to a dead battery is a sign that the battery is not holding its charge anymore. When this happens, it’s time to replace the battery.
Electrical Issues
You may also start to experience electrical issues that point to the battery. For example, if you notice that your headlights are dimmer than they normally are at night, it’s possible that the battery is not producing enough power.
Misshapen Battery Case
Inspect your battery regularly to make sure that the battery case is not losing its shape. A misshapen battery case is a sign that there is a problem going on internally. It’s important that you have your battery replaced right away if the case is misshapen.
The Battery’s Age
Finally, if your battery is three to four years old, it’s likely time to replace it because this is the average lifespan of a battery. Don’t put off getting a new battery or you may end up stranded with a dead battery that won’t jump-start.
Call Trojan Auto Care in Troy, OH, today to schedule a service appointment to replace your car’s battery if you are having any of the problems listed above.
