BATTERY SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT

Battery Service FAQ

How Can I Test My Battery?

There’s nothing more annoying than a car that won’t start. If your vehicle has been giving you issues recently, and you live near Fairhope, Daphne, or Mobile, then you can visit our service department at Eastern Shore Toyota for a quick repair.

• Jumpstarting Your Vehicle: If your vehicle is dead, then you can try to jumpstart your battery. Assuming that your battery is the problem, this should fix your issue. It’s important to make sure that you connect the cables in the right order, and that you give your battery time to recharge. Once you’re able to start your vehicle, you should let it run for a while so that your alternator can get to work.
• Test Your Battery the Easy Way: If you can’t get your vehicle to start, then you can take your battery out of your model and bring it to us for testing. This can help you narrow down which part is causing your problem.

Your battery might work perfectly for years and then suddenly give out. If your car isn’t getting any power, then it might be time to have your battery inspected by a professional. At Eastern Shore Toyota, we can test your battery so that you know whether it’s able to hold a charge or not. If you’re having problems with any of your other parts, like your starter or alternator, our team can help you today.

Why Won’t My Battery Work?

If your battery has been working fine for years, then you might be wondering why it’s decided to give you trouble now.

• Your Battery Might Be Too Old: As batteries start to age, they lose their ability to hold on to a charge. Our mechanics can test your battery with a voltmeter so that you know whether or not you need a replacement.
• Corrosion Could Be Affecting Your Terminals: Your battery terminals might become corroded over time, which can affect your battery. If you notice corrosion around your terminals, then you can visit us at Eastern Shore Toyota for a quick repair.
• You Drained Your Battery: This is the best option out of the three, as there’s nothing to fix. If you left one of your car doors open or one of your lights on, then you may have simply drained your battery overnight.

Where Can I Repair My Vehicle?

If you’re tired of your vehicle refusing to start, then it might be time to have your vehicle inspected by a professional. You can count on our mechanics to get your vehicle up and running again.

• What If My Battery Isn’t the Problem?: We can check your battery with a voltmeter once you arrive. If it checks out fine, then there’s a good chance that there’s some other part giving you problems. If your car still doesn’t start, then it could be your starter, your alternator, or even your spark plugs. If you need a professional opinion, then you can visit our mechanics at Eastern Shore Toyota.
• A New Battery: If your battery can’t hold a charge anymore, then you might need to find a replacement. We have a parts department that can help you find a new battery in a matter of minutes.

If you’re worried about your battery, then you can have it tested at Eastern Shore Toyota. If you want to get a headstart, then you can schedule your service online.