The temperatures may be cooling, but your car’s battery may still be feeling the heat of this past summer. As AAA mechanics know, a battery that fails in the early winter months was probably weakened by summer heat.

When the winter cold arrives, the chemical reactions in your battery will slow down. Meanwhile, your car’s cold engine requires more power to start, plus your heater and defrost take an additional toll. It’s a recipe for failure, especially on cold mornings when you’re on the go.

Are your car’s headlights dim when it’s idling, but they brighten when you rev the engine? Does it crank slowly when trying to start? Do you hear a grinding, clicking or buzzing when you turn on the ignition? If you’ve experienced any of these things, you may be at risk for a battery-related breakdown soon.

Remember to have your car’s battery inspected at every oil change to make sure it’s secure and that the cable connections are clean and tight. Once a battery reaches three years of age, have it tested annually.

AAA Mobile Battery Service trucks are equipped to test and install batteries at any location convenient to you – even in your driveway. AAA members save $25 off the retail price of a new battery, and AAA batteries are guaranteed for up to 36 months.
 

Contact the AAA Mobile Battery Service to have your car battery tested anywhere it’s parked. Beat the rush of dead batteries when the cold hits and have your battery inspected for FREE today!

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