Auto Battery Replacement
Trouble starting your vehicle? Dead car battery? We can perform a battery test to determine if your starting problem is a car battery problem or an alternator charging system problem. A new car battery may not solve your starting problem if you have a battery charging problem.
A battery should last between three and five years depending on the vehicle use, climate conditions, and the vehicle use.
Competitive price car battery replacement in Ann Arbor, MI
Right Battery. Right Price.
Having the correct car battery makes a big difference. Many vehicles have special battery requirements and using the wrong battery can affect vehicle safety, damage the electrical system, and shorten car battery life. Correct car battery replacement is very important in maintaining a reliable electrical system.
Ann Arbor’s cold winters and hot summers take a toll on your vehicle battery. A car battery usually lasts 3 to 5 years depending on the battery quality, vehicle use, weather conditions, and maintenance.
Extreme cold temperatures place extra demand on your vehicle battery and shortens its life. Using a thinner oil in cold temperatures makes the engine easier to crank over and your car battery last longer. Getting a winter season oil change service using a thinner winter grade oil viscosity will make starting your vehicle in cold temperatures and increase automobile battery life.
Battery life is also shortened by leaving headlights on, corroded battery terminals (poor battery maintenance), charging system alternator problems (over charging or under charging), starter motor problems, excessive cranking due to engine problems (needs tuneup), and city driving with many short trips (battery never fully charges after each engine start).
Automotive battery replacement can be more involved than you might think. Whenever we replace a battery, we also perform an alternator charging system test. Depending on your vehicle model and year we may also need to reprogram your vehicle's onboard computer and reset the radio code.
The electrical system is the heart of your modern vehicle. Without a good battery your vehicle will not start or run. The certified auto repair technicians at Hoover Street Auto Repair in Ann Arbor, MI will ensure that your auto battery, starter, and alternator are working correctly. Schedule regular battery maintenance to make sure your vehicle starts and runs reliably and safely.
Typical Battery Services:
- Battery load test
- Battery terminal cleaning and replacement
- Battery cable replacement
If you have questions about your battery or charging system simply contact us at (734) 913-6272. We would be happy to provide a car battery replacement price or car battery estimate.
Why Us?
- Free Basic Battery Test*
- Charging system test (make sure it is a battery problem).
- 18 month FREE battery replacement warranty*
- Quality 'No More Trouble' installation: we inspect & clean battery tray, battery cables, battery terminals (connections).
- ASE Certified Auto Technicians
*For most vehicles and battery types
Alternator Causing Battery Problem
Automotive batteries rarely fail without warning. Often a charging system problem will cause an auto battery failure. If you notice your headlights are dim, or their brightness changes with engine speed, engine cranking speed is sluggish or sounds different, or your car is difficult to start if not used for a couple days, you may need a charging system repair. Ignoring an alternator problem can cause damage to the battery and require a car battery replacement as well as the alternator repair.
Starter Causing Battery Problem
A starter motor that is failing can place high loads on the battery and quickly shorten a vehicle batteries life. Ignoring a starter problem can quickly damage and significantly shorten the life of your vehicle's battery.
Battery Cable & Terminals Causing Battery Problem
A common neglected service that leads to battery failure is battery terminal cleaning. Corroded or dirty battery terminals cause both starting problems and battery charging problems. Luckily battery terminals are easily cleaned or replaced and an inexpensive repair.
Need Help?
Our ASE Certified technicians can quickly solve any electrical problems. Visit our shop, phone, or schedule an appointment online today.