Car Battery Repair at Hometown Chevrolet in Waverly, Ohio

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You can take care of your car battery yourself or let us handle it at Hometown Chevy.

Either way, it’s a simple fix that doesn’t cost a ton.

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Why Car Battery Repair is Important

Having a car that starts is something we all take for granted. Your car battery plays an integral role in making that happen. Without a working car battery, your car won’t start when you need it most.

When You Should Get Car Battery Repair

You’ll need a new car battery every four to five years. If your car won’t start after having a charge, you may need a battery replacement sooner.

The Car Battery Replacement Process

With just a little handiwork and a bowl to keep the clamps, you can change your car’s battery yourself. Always remember that your trusted service technician can take care of it for you, though.

1. Lift the Hood and Remove the Clamps Holding the Old Battery in Place
   Place any loose parts in the dish
2. Remove the Battery from its Tray
   It’s safer to wear work gloves for this step. Be ready for the battery to be heavier than expected.
3. Put the New Battery into the Car
   Place the positive and negative ends in the same direction as the battery that you removed
4. Replace the Clamps with the Correct Terminals
   Black goes with the negative terminal and red with the positive. Double-check that you have the correct battery orientation before replacing the clamps.

Cost of Car Battery Repair

Car batteries are relatively inexpensive. Depending on whether you want a standard or premium car battery, they can range from $50-$200. Labor costs will be low because car battery replacement is a relatively simple job.

Questions to Ask Your Service Technician

There are different batteries for different climates. It never hurts to ask your service technician what rating of battery you’re getting as a replacement. If your battery just needed a charge, check when the best time to return for a battery replacement is.

Signs of a Quality Car Battery Repair

If you have no more issues starting your car, you probably got a good battery replacement. However, if you’re still experiencing issues starting your car or have other issues with the power of your car, you may have gotten a shoddy repair.

Caring for Your Vehicle After Car Battery Repair

If you only use your car for short trips, your battery will not last as long as longer trips charge the battery more fully. Regular battery testing is something that can help you have a bead on whether you’ll need a new battery soon. Battery testers can be purchased inexpensively at an auto parts store.

Contact Our Service Department in Waverly, Ohio

There’s no better place to get your battery replaced than Hometown Chevy. Our expert technicians can handle this and other auto repairs with ease. When you’re ready, you can schedule service online, give us a call at 740-835-4221, or stop by when we’re open. We’ll stop at nothing to make sure the Waverly community is charged up and good to go!