As time passes, even the best battery will slowly weaken and eventually fail. Fortunately, you usually receive plenty of warning that something is wrong. As your Lincoln dealer, we’d like you to know a few of the signs that it’s time to visit us for a new car battery before the original one fails.
3 Signs You Need a New Car Battery From Your Lincoln Dealer
Corroded Terminals
Corrosion is a major threat to almost every metal. Corrosion on the battery terminals can build up and block the flow of electricity into and out of the battery. This can cause a variety of problems, from starting difficulties to a dead battery. Corrosion is more likely to form on an older battery, as the hydrogen sulfide that forms the corrosive salt is created as the battery declines.
A failing battery can release hydrogen gas as a byproduct of the breakdown of the sulfuric acid in the battery. The hydrogen molecules will mix with sulfur molecules present in your engine and form hydrogen sulfide. This newly formed chemical will start corroding the terminals. Corrosion can be temporarily cleaned but it will return as long as the dying battery remains. We’ll replace your battery and clean the corrosion to fix this issue.
Starting Problems
The most common sign of a failing battery is difficulty starting the engine. The battery sends a strong electrical charge to the starter motor, which initiates the mechanical crank and starts the combustion process. Within seconds, you should hear your Lincoln’s engine come to life. If your battery is failing, this smooth sequence can become a laboring process.
A weak battery can’t supply the charge needed to start the engine immediately. Instead, you’ll hear the sound of the starter struggling to crank the engine. Starting issues can also be caused by a faulty starter solenoid, worn wiring leading to the starter, or several other issues. Our technicians will investigate and your engine will start perfectly again in no time.
Old Battery
A standard battery has a life expectancy of three to five years before it wears out. This failure is caused by the natural breakdown of the chemicals inside the battery that enable it to store and supply electricity. The battery will begin to lose storage capacity, and recharging will take longer. In addition, you’ll notice dim headlights and slow accessories when the engine is switched off.
Our technicians can test your battery using our battery tester. This machine can identify any weaknesses in the battery and reliably estimate its remaining useful life. If your battery is failing, we’ll install a new one for you in minutes.
Don’t risk a dead battery. Contact our service department today at West Point Lincoln of Sugar Land in Houston, TX.
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