Battery FAQ
Q: Why wonāt my car start?
A: There are numerous reasons why a vehicle wonāt start. If itās related to the battery, the starter will generally not crank the engine. This is the telltale āclick, click, clickā when you turn the key or press the start button. This could be an alternator not charging the battery properly, a loose battery or starter cable, or a battery that needs to be replaced. Because batteries only crank for 3 seconds, in most cases, there may be no āslow crankā warning. That is why it is important to get your battery tested by a Chevrolet Certified Service professional at John Elway Chevrolet.
Q: Do I need to charge my auto battery after I jump-start my vehicle?
A: In most instances, normal driving will recharge the battery unless there is an issue with the vehicle. If your vehicle does not start after driving it, itās recommended that you take your vehicle to the Certified Service experts at John Elway Chevrolet to have a diagnosis performed.
Q: What are the main causes of auto battery failure?
A: Batteries wear out over time, but there are also issues that impact battery failure, for example, unusual āparasitic drainsā such as adding accessories but not properly grounding them, infrequent startup, and discharged batteries freezing at 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
Q: What kind of preventative maintenance can I perform for my auto battery?
A: The best thing that you can do is have your Certified Service technician at John Elway Chevrolet perform a conductance test on your battery when you get your oil changed. This helps to monitor the status of the battery and helps prevent you from being in a situation where your vehicle wonāt start.