Genesis of Southwest Houston invites you to find out why your Genesis battery light is on.
If the car battery light comes on when you start your vehicle, that’s a routine system analysis. If the car battery light stays on, then there is a problem. If you’re having battery problems, you may notice that the headlights aren’t as bright, the stereo might not power on, and the windows are moving slowly. If any of these are happening, then you really need to get to your destination or bring it to us as soon as possible because your car is ready to die. If neither is available, find a safe spot to park.
Like nearly everything automotive-related, how much you can continue to drive with the car battery light turned on depends on the circumstances. If the light just came on, you can do things like switching off all accessories such as the infotainment system or air conditioning and removing any phones that may be charging. Doing this can boost the leftover battery life, but you should come here or return home. Keep in mind that you should NOT shut off the engine because a dying battery won’t have the power to start.
There are several reasons why the car battery light might come on, but generally, the reasons are:
A vehicle does its best with a fully-charged battery. Any of these problems will make it extremely difficult for your car battery to get a charge. If it’s not corrected as soon as possible, it can reduce the power of your battery and maybe even leave you stranded.
If there’s a safe place to pull over, at the very least, you can open the hood and check your battery for a loose cable or oxidation on the battery terminals. Besides those quick checks, the best way to get the battery light off is to bring it to our service center. Our skilled technicians have the skills and tools to determine the problem. They’ll test everything from looking at your alternator to your battery health and then advise on the correct plan to get your car repaired.
Genesis of Southwest Houston is one of the best places to get engine repair in the Houston area. We proudly service all makes and models of vehicles. Visit our location online or in person to schedule service and repair for your car or truck. Our friendly technicians are ready to serve you.
