Sterling McCall Chevrolet invites you to find out why your Chevrolet battery light is illuminated.
If the car battery light comes on only when you start your car, that’s just a normal system check. If the car battery indicator stays on after a few moments, then there is probably a problem. If you are having issues with the battery, you may see that your headlights aren’t as bright, the stereo may not power on, and your windows could be moving slowly. If any of these things are happening, then you really need to get to your destination or bring it here to us as soon as possible because your car is ready to die. If neither destination is available, find a safe place to park.
Like nearly everything automotive-related, how far you can drive with the car battery light on depends on your circumstances. If the car battery light just turned on, you can do things like turning off all non-vital systems like the radio or heater and removing any phones that may be connected to USB slots. Doing this will prolong the remaining battery charge, but you should get here or go back home. Keep in mind that you should NOT shut off the engine because a dying battery won’t have the power to restart.
The car battery light might come on for many reasons, but the most common reasons are:
Your vehicle does its best with a charged battery. Any of these problems will make it extremely difficult for your battery to get fully charged. If it is not corrected soon, it will probably leave you stranded.
If there is a safe place to park, at least you can pop the hood and examine your car battery for a loose cable or oxidation on the battery terminals. Other than those quick looks, the best way to get the battery light off is to bring it to our service center. Our experienced techs have the skills and tools to diagnose the issue. They will analyze everything from the health of your battery to checking out your alternator and recommend the best course of action to get your car repaired.
Sterling McCall Chevrolet is one of the best places to get engine repair in the Houston area. We proudly service all makes and models of vehicles. Visit our location online or in person to schedule service and repair for your car or truck. Our friendly technicians are ready to serve you.
