How Much is a Replacement Car Battery?

When it comes to the average used car, truck, or SUV, battery replacement costs in the general Abilene area tend to hover around $75 to $200 dollars. This might seem like a wide price range for a general part like a battery, but the size and power differences make up for the cost, especially in performance batteries – which we have available through our parts center. We also have OEM batteries specifically manufactured for your Granbury commuter or work machine. Learn more about when to replace a car battery, and more, when you read the following article. Be sure to contact us if you have any questions about your Jeep battery!

When to Replace Car Battery

The frequency with which you need to replace your Jeep battery depends on a few factors; including the climate you live in and your personal driving habits. For most folks, battery replacement is a reactive thing, where people tend to look for certain signs that a battery needs replacing. So long as you detect these signs early on, that should be fine. Look out for the following signals that may indicate you need a new battery:

• Slow cranking or sluggish start
• Low fluid levels in the battery
• Fluid leaking from the battery
• A swelling or bloated battery case
• The “Check Battery” light comes on

How to Lengthen Your Car Battery’s Life

Although batteries themselves aren’t terribly expensive compared to other car parts and repairs, it still tracks that you would want to make the most of your battery investment, squeezing every last start out of it as you can. If you’re in this mindset, you’ll definitely want to check out these tips on how to lengthen your car battery’s life:

• Limit the number of short trips you make. 
• Make sure the battery is always tightly fastened in its compartment. 
• When the engine is off, avoid using the headlights or interior lights. 
• Remove any corrosion that builds up on the outside of the battery. 
• Park in the shade to avoid battery overheating. 
• Check the voltage (should be around 12.7 volts or above) monthly. 
• Don’t let your car sit untouched for long periods of time.

Let Us Take Care of All Your Cadillac, Buick, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Ford, GMC, Dodge, Jeep, Ram Service Needs

Unfortunately, batteries, like any component of your car, don’t last forever. More often than not, when your battery begins to fail it’s typically a result of old age. That being said, a car that’s failing to start, or cranks over slowly, could have a number of other issues. Your best bet is to come in for a battery test, a car battery replacement service, or possible further diagnostics, to determine the root of your battery symptoms. Contact our parts center if you would like to purchase a battery directly.