Gene Messer Chevrolet welcomes you to discover what caused your Chevrolet battery light to turn on.
If the battery indicator in your vehicle comes on just when you start the vehicle, that’s a routine system analysis. If it stays on after a few moments, then there’s probably a problem. If you have battery problems, you may notice that your headlights are getting dim, the stereo might not power on, and your power windows might be moving slowly. If any of these are happening, then you really need to get home or bring it here to us as soon as possible because your car is likely in imminent danger of being inoperable. If neither place can be reached, look for a safe place to park.
Like nearly everything automotive-related, how long you can continue to drive with the car battery light turned on depends on the circumstances. If the light just came on, then you can help mitigate the problem by switching off all accessories such as the radio or air conditioning and removing any phones that may be connected to USB ports. Doing this will help boost the leftover battery life, but you should come here or return home. Keep in mind you should NOT turn off the engine because a dying battery won’t have the power to restart the engine.
The car battery light might come on for several reasons, but the most obvious reasons are:
A car does its best with a charged car battery. Any 1 of these problems will make it difficult for your car battery to get a charge. If it is not repaired as soon as possible, it may leave you stranded.
If there’s a safe place to pull over, at the very least, you can open the hood and look at your car battery for a loose connection or corrosion on the battery. Besides those quick checks, the best way to get the battery light off is to bring it to our service center. Our experienced technicians have the skills and tools to determine the issue. They will analyze everything from the health of your battery to looking at your alternator and then advise on the right course of action to get your car fixed.
Gene Messer Chevrolet is one of the most trusted places for engine repair in the Lubbock area. We happily service all vehicle makes and models. One of our factory-trained technicians will inspect your vehicle for any necessary repairs and suggest the best resolution for you and your vehicle. Schedule your Chevrolet service in person or online today.
