BATTERIES

Don’t wait until it’s too late

The cold of winter and the heat of summer can wear on auto batteries over time, so it’s a good idea drop in to your local Chevrolet dealership for a battery inspection. Should you need a new battery, Chevrolet proudly offers a wide range of ACDelco^† auto batteries for the best combination of longevity, power, and price.

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When you purchase your parts directly from the manufacturer, you can be certain you’re getting the right parts for your vehicle, backed with our expertise. GM Genuine Parts and ACDelco OE parts are installed during production or validated by General Motors for GM vehicles. These maintenance, repair, collision and powertrain parts are designed, engineered, tested to rigorous standards, and backed by General Motors.

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Did you know you can now buy GM Genuine Parts or ACDelco parts straight from the source? The GM Parts Store is your one-stop shop for OEM parts online, designed for your vehicle and built to last. Buy the right parts for your vehicle from the comfort of home.

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Choosing the right battery

Your vehicle requires a specific battery that’s the right size, has the correct reserve capacity and produces the necessary cold cranking amps to start up the engine. Consult your Owner’s Manual to choose the right battery for your car, truck, or SUV.

What should you consider when buying a battery?

ACDelco recommends the right balance of Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) and Reserve Capacity (RC). Select a battery that has the right amount of CCA and as much RC as you can.

Bring your Vehicle to a Certified Service Dealer for a Battery Test

Testing your battery

Bring your vehicle to the Certified Service experts and they’ll test your battery to ensure all systems are working properly. If your battery needs replacing, the Service experts can help you find the right battery for your vehicle.

BATTERY FAQs

Q: Why won’t my car start?

A: There are numerous reasons why a vehicle won’t start. If it’s related to the battery, the starter will generally not crank the engine. This is the telltale “click, click, click” when you turn the key. This could be an alternator not charging the battery properly, a loose battery or starter cable, or a battery that needs to be replaced. Because batteries only crank for 3 seconds, in most cases, there may be no “slow crank” warning. That is why it is important to get your battery tested by a Chevrolet Certified Service professional.

Q: Do I need to charge my auto battery after I jump-start my vehicle?

A: In most instances, normal driving will recharge the battery unless there is an issue with the vehicle. If your vehicle does not start after driving it, it’s recommended that you take your vehicle to your nearest Certified Service experts to have a diagnosis performed.

Q: What are the main causes of auto battery failure?

A: Batteries wear out over time, but there are also issues that impact battery failure, for example, unusual “parasitic drains” such as adding accessories but not properly grounding them, infrequent startup, and discharged batteries freezing at 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

Q: What should I consider when buying an auto battery?

A: ACDelco recommends the right balance of Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) and Reserve Capacity (RC). A higher CCA battery will not start your car faster. This is due to gear reduction starters, lower viscosity oils, fuel injection, etc. The average car cranks no more than 3 seconds and as a result does not need more CCA than what the vehicle manufacturer recommends. With the addition of vehicle electronics, RC is becoming more important. Select a battery that has the right amount of CCA, found in your Owner’s Manual and as much RC as you can.

Q: What kind of preventative maintenance can I perform for my auto battery?

A: The best thing that you can do is have your Certified Service technician perform a conductance test on your battery when you get your oil changed. This helps to monitor the status of the battery and helps prevent you from being in a situation where your vehicle won’t start.

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