Auto Battery Replacement, Diagnostics Manhattan KS
In addition to getting your oil changed on regular intervals, there are many other regularly scheduled maintenance services that you need to stay on top of with your vehicle. Things like your tires and your brakes are important parts of your vehicle that can become dangerous if left unchecked, and your automobile’s battery is another thing you should be checking pretty regularly. If you’re in need of auto battery replacement or simple diagnostics here in Manhattan, Kansas, we can take care of you at Briggs Buick GMC.
Battery Maintenance
While it’s unlikely that you’ll need to replace your car battery more than every four to five years, you should be checking it on a similar interval to your oil changes – every six months or 6,000 miles driven, whichever comes first. Typically, this can just be roped right into your oil change with a multi-point inspection, but you need to check it yourself if you’re not bringing your vehicle into the experts.
When to Replace
As we mentioned, it's likely you only need to replace your car’s battery every four to five years. This can vary based on the battery and different habits or driving conditions, but it’s a good rule of thumb to follow. That said, you don’t need to replace the battery at that time if it doesn’t need it, which is what diagnostics are for. If your car starts failing to start, however, it’s definitely time for a replacement.
How to Recycle
When you replace your car’s battery, you cannot just toss the old battery in the trash. All batteries, especially large ones like those found in vehicles, contain various materials – such as heavy metals – that can be harmful to your health and others, so it’s important to recycle it when you’re done. Most places that sell replacement batteries will take your old battery upon purchase.
Schedule Battery Service at Briggs Buick GMC
Are you in need of a new car battery? Worried about how long it’s been since you last replaced it so you want to get some diagnostics to be safe? Whatever your situation, you can schedule a service appointment right here on our website or by giving us a call at the service desk. We look forward to taking care of you and your vehicle.