Battery Service & Replacement in Harvey, LA

What Do I Do with a Dead Battery?

Every battery has an expiration date. If your battery is dying, then it’s only a matter of time before your car refuses to start for you. If you want to test your battery and you’re near Harvey, New Orleans, or Metairie, then you can visit us at Premier Volkswagen of Harvey.

• Try to Bring Your Car Back to Life: If your problem is a dead battery, then a jumpstart should fix the issue. You’ll want to make sure that you’re careful when you’re connecting the cables, as connecting them in the wrong order could damage your car. If you’re able to get your car started, you’ll want to take it on a short drive so that your alternator has time to power your battery.
• Just Bring the Battery: If you want to test your battery, but your car isn’t starting, you don’t have to bring your model with you. You can ride with a friend to Premier Volkswagen of Harvey, where we’ll be able to test your battery for you.

Why Won’t My Battery Work?

You need a good bit of electricity to start your vehicle. If your battery can’t seem to get the job done, then it may be due to one or more of the reasons below.

• Corroded Terminals: When your terminals are corroded, they aren’t going to be able to do their job. At Premier Volkswagen of Harvey, we can help you deal with the corrosion. If it’s bad to the point that you need a replacement, then we can help find you a new battery.
• Your Battery Is Too Old: Batteries aren’t designed to last forever, so they’ll eventually go bad after a few years. If you’ve had your battery for a long time, then it might be near the end of its life cycle.
• You May Have Drained It: If you left your car door slightly open, or you left your headlights on, then you may have drained your battery. Your battery’s job is to hold electricity, but it only gets recharged when your car is running.

How Can I Fix My Vehicle?

At Premier Volkswagen of Harvey, we can help you with your battery. Our mechanics can test it with a voltmeter, and if you’re having issues with your other parts, they’ll be able to spot them.

• Your Battery Might Not Be the Real Problem: If your battery checks out, then there might be another component causing your issue, like a bad serpentine belt, alternator, or starter. Once our mechanics are able to take a look at your vehicle, they’ll be able to let you know what went wrong.
• Finding a New Battery: If your battery is too old to hold a charge, then you’ll need to replace it. Our parts department can help you explore options for your vehicle.