Car Battery and Starter System Service in Reno
There are few things as frustrating as getting into your vehicle, turning the key, and having it refuse to start. Auto battery and starter system issues are aggravating, but they won't linger if you come to us for car battery service and replacement. The auto service center at Lithia Volkswagen of Reno performs a wide range of starter system and battery maintenance tasks that help provide more convenience and confidence to car owners. Keep reading for more details about VW battery and starter system service at our dealership.
Understanding Car Batteries and Starter Systems
When you think of a car that won't start, your first thought is the battery, but there are other causes of cars not starting. Your vehicle's starter system includes an ignition switch, spark plugs, a solenoid, and an alternator, which work together with your battery to get your engine rotating and ready to power your car. The battery is the easiest component to check if your car won't start, but there may be other causes to why your engine turns over without your vehicle starting up.
Importance of Battery Maintenance and Signs of Car Battery Issues
Car battery maintenance in Reno is vital to better driving experiences and knowing that your vehicle will start right up every time you turn the key. Our service team performs a range of car battery maintenance tasks, from checking the charge and charging batteries to replacing old or dead batteries. We also do battery inspections to ensure that there's no damage to this important car component. Some signs that you should schedule car battery service include:
- The engine turns over several times before starting or doesn't start at all
- The lighting is noticeably dimmer
- Check battery or check engine light illuminates when starting your car
- Smell of sulfur during operation
Other Types of Starter System Service
We touched upon some other parts of a starter system, and problems with these parts can cause a range of electrical issues. A bad alternator has signs like that of a bad battery and will often cause your battery to drain more quickly. If your battery keeps dying, you hear grinding noises from the engine compartment, or you have malfunctioning features while driving, it's most likely an alternator problem. Our dealership has also seen damage to solenoids and ignition switches, which we can easily fix for you.
Reasons to Visit Our Volkswagen Service Center in Reno
Starter systems in vehicles are complicated designs with several parts working together, so bringing your car to an expert is key to repairs. Our Volkswagen-certified technicians know how to diagnose starter system problems and car battery issues and fix them. Staying on top of battery service is vital in the area as extreme heat causes batteries and alternators to work harder and possibly damage these items and other electrical systems in your vehicle. Plus, our VW parts center has new car batteries and can help you order spark plugs or VW ignition switches for starter system repair.
If you haven't inspected your battery in a long time or are noticing issues when starting or operating your vehicle, schedule a service appointment with us today. Our VW service team can talk about everything from the differences between batteries and alternators to EV battery maintenance in Reno.
