It's probably the last thing on your mind when you're on the road, but the minute you notice a decline in your battery or unusual performance by your vehicle when you're starting it, it's time to think about getting a new car battery from your Ford dealer. Here are the signs that your battery may be due for replacement. Your Engine Is Slow To Crank Your vehicle's battery provides the power that starts your engine, and when its strength begins to diminish, your vehicle will gradually become slower and more difficult to start. If it takes a couple of tries for your engine to catch, or if it's slow to start, that may indicate that your battery should be checked and may need to be replaced. Your Ignition Clicks If your engine doesn't turn over at all and your ignition simply clicks when you try to start the vehicle, that's an indication of a battery issue. Repeated clicking means there may be a limited amount of electricity available to start your engine. It's also a signal that it's time to schedule a service appointment to have your battery checked out. Your Electrical Components Fail The battery in your vehicle doesn't just provide the juice needed to start your engine. It also powers components like headlights, windshield wipers, the radio, interior lighting, and even the power windows. If these components are malfunctioning, moving slowly, or not working at all, it could mean your battery is starting to lose power. A fresh battery installed by our dealership can easily fix these issues. You Notice a Putrid Smell Under the Hood If you notice a sulfuric smell under your hood that reminds you of rotten eggs, that may be an indication that your battery is leaking. A battery may leak as a result of old age, a short circuit, or even the degradation of the battery case. Whatever the reason, if your battery is leaking you should schedule a service appointment so that one of our factory-trained technicians can check things out. Your Battery Appears Misshapen Another thing to pay attention to beneath the hood of your vehicle is the shape and condition of your battery. If your battery appears misshapen, or if you notice signs of powdery corrosion on its metal parts, your battery may be in distress and in need of replacement. If your vehicle's battery seems to be declining, schedule an appointment with our service department to have your battery evaluated. A battery service performed by our service department is quick and affordable. When you're ready to schedule your next service appointment, be sure to call Crown Ford Lynbrook.
