It’s important to have a car battery inspected once a year or whenever your car experiences electrical problems. If your battery is starting to fail, you can have a new one installed to factory standards at your local Genesis dealership. Here are common signs you need battery service.
5 Signs It’s Time To Inspect Your Genesis Battery
Your Engine Cranks Slowly
When you press the ignition, your car’s engine should fire up right away. Any delay or clicking before it comes to life indicates a dying or drained battery. If this problem persists even after the battery has been recharged by a good long drive, have it checked by a trusted technician. It might be time for a new one.
Idle Stop/Start Is Struggling
Many Genesis models have a clever stop/start feature that turns off the engine when you come to a complete halt. The engine then instantly restarts when it’s time to move again. This protects the engine from wear and tear, and also preserves your fuel. If your Genesis is struggling to restart while stopping and starting in traffic, the battery may be to blame.
Your Electronics Are Behaving Strangely
The many electronic accessories in your Genesis require a healthy supply of strong voltage. Your air-con, stereo, heated seats, power mirrors, ambient cabin lighting, and every other electronic will all slow down or act strangely when the battery is on its way out. If more essential components like the instrument cluster and headlights fade, your battery needs to be checked with some urgency.
Dashboard Lights Are Warning You
The battery warning light and check engine light are typically going to appear when the battery starts to wear out. These lights might also indicate a problem with the alternator, cables, or wiring. It’s best to ask a professional to diagnose the underlying trigger of the lights.
Your Battery Looks or Smells Off
Check your car battery every now and then, so you become familiar with its normal appearance. You can use these inspections as an opportunity to clean the battery and fasten its brackets, too.
If the battery ever looks at all warped, swollen, or corroded, you’ll probably need to replace it. Also, quickly get rid of a battery that emits a sulfur-like smell, which comes from leaking battery acid.
Schedule Annual Battery Service at Our Genesis Dealership
If you’re experiencing these battery-related problems, allow us to inspect or replace your battery. We can also carry out thorough yearly inspections of your battery and electrical system, plus additional checks before winter, long trips, and other situations that will put more strain on your car battery.
Come to Genesis of Cartersville in Cartersville, GA, today to ensure your car battery’s at full strength. Your luxury vehicle deserves an equally exceptional level of care.
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