How do I know if my car battery needs to be replaced?
There are a few telltale signs that your battery could be on its way out. If your car engine is struggling to turn over even on milder days, then your old battery may not be able to provide the same cold cranking power as it did when it was new. You may also see a battery light on the dashboard that indicates if there's something wrong. If your car battery goes flat just a few days after a full charge or runs out of juice even with just the interior or parking lights switched on, then it's probably time for a replacement.
It's worth noting that car electrical system failures aren't always caused by the battery and the alternator may actually be the culprit. If you book a Free Battery Health Check or service at Halfords, we'll be able to tell you straight away if your electrical or starting problems are more complex than a dead battery.
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