Tri Valley Auto Repair & Diesel is the best diesel shop in Limon, and we can replace your diesel truck’s battery when it dies. You can expect to get about three to five years out of the battery before it is no longer able to hold a charge. We are going to list the signs that your truck’s battery is dying below. Bring the diesel vehicle to our shop at the first indication of trouble.
Dashboard Warning Light
The dashboard is equipped with a battery light that will illuminate when the battery is going bad. As an aside, this light also turns on when the alternator is malfunctioning. If the battery light turns on and remains on, bring your truck to our shop so we can test the battery and alternator.
Difficulty Starting the Engine
One sign that the battery is no longer able to hold a charge is continually having to jump-start it. If this is the case and you are having problems starting your diesel truck’s engine, it’s likely time to have the battery replaced. This is a quick service that we do at our shop.
Electrical Problems/Dim Lights
Another sign that the battery is dying is electrical problems with your diesel truck. For example, the power windows or seats may have slowed down, the lights may be too dim, or the USB charging ports are taking too long to charge your devices.
Corroded Connectors and Terminals
The battery can also show signs that it needs to be replaced by having physical problems. If you pop your truck’s hood and see that the battery connectors and terminals are covered with corrosion, this is an indication that the battery is leaking battery acid.
Misshapen Battery Case/Bubbling
An old battery will also start to have problems with the chemical reaction that goes on inside of it. When this happens, it can change the shape of the battery case. The faulty chemical reaction can also cause the battery case to bubble.
Rotten Odors Around the Battery
One final sign that your battery is leaking battery acid is rotten odors around the battery. The battery contains sulfuric acid inside of it. This acid smells like rotten eggs. Consequently, your engine will smell like rotten eggs if the battery is dying.
Tri Valley Auto Repair & Diesel in Limon, CO, is here to help, so call us today so we can schedule a service visit for your diesel truck. We can replace the battery if it needs it.
