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Langley Asks: What Are Signs That My Car Battery Is Dying?
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(Posted on Feb 1, 2021 at 06:55AM by Billy Kirk)
While a car battery can last for five years or longer on average, it typically won’t just fail completely out of nowhere—there are some signs that quite clearly give away the fact that you need to invest in a replacement soon.Here’s a quick checklist of items to look out for:
1. Dimmer than usual headlights. This is a subtle giveaway.
2. Slight power fluctuations.
3. A longer turn-over time when starting the car than you used to experience when the battery was newer.
4. Frequent jump-starts. (That’s about as obvious a sign as possible, right, Langley drivers?)
To schedule vehicle service and repairs, contact us at Willowbrook today!
Langley Asks: How Long Will My Car Battery Last?
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(Posted on Feb 1, 2021 at 06:47AM by Billy Kirk)
There’s a fairly straightforward initial answer to the question of “how long will my car battery last?â€â€”up to five or more years, on average. However, certain problems and proper care failings can impact and shorten its life, including but not limited to:Lights left on. If you’re put in a position where you must jumpstart your car, the lifespan of your battery will drop.
Loose battery clamps. When this issue occurs, the resulting vibrations can make your battery’s parts break down more quickly over time.
Extreme weather. Very cold weather may drain a nearly dead battery enough that it finally dies; conversely, hot weather may evaporate battery fluid.
Contact us now to learn more about battery issues!
Langley Asks: How Often Should I Get My Oil Changed?
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(Posted on Jan 24, 2021 at 11:21PM by Billy Kirk)
It seems a simple question—how often should I get my oil changed?—but modern advances and new oil types muddle the answer slightly compared to the past. While it used to be standard to change your car or truck’s oil every 3,000 miles or so, that’s no longer strictly necessary for Langley drivers. Provided you’re driving a modern vehicle, it is only recommended to receive an oil change every 5,000 to 7,500 miles. Notably, newer cars also have oil-life monitoring systems, so if you’re in need of a service appointment, you’ll be made aware via your car’s instrument display panel.
Contact us at Willowbrook Chrysler today to schedule your next service appointment.
Langley Asks: Common Reasons for a Check Engine Light
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(Posted on Jan 11, 2021 at 06:08AM by Billy Kirk)
Whether you’re driving a Chrysler, Dodge, or something else together, there are several likely culprits behind a check engine light:
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1. Loose Gas Cap. This is enemy number 1, only because it is the most likely problem. Ensure your gas cap is secured tightly and that it is not cracked, otherwise proper pressure in the tank won’t be maintained.2. Failing Oxygen Sensor. A professional at Willowbrook can use a diagnostic code reader to see if the oxygen system is causing a decline in fuel economy.
3. Mass Air Flow Sensor Issue. This measures air entering your engine and controls the amount of fuel used to run the car efficiently.
4. Faulty Spark Plugs. If your spark plugs and/or wires are malfunctioning, you eventually may not be able to start your car altogether.
5. Faltering Catalytic Converter. If you ignore oxygen sensor and spark plug problems, your catalytic converter may fail, compounding your issues.
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Schedule an appointment with our Langley, BC service centre today if you are experiencing a check engine light warning!
