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5 Signs Your Car Battery Needs to be Replaced

The battery is a critical part of starting and powering a vehicle. It provides the zap of electricity needed to put all the rest of the electrical components to work. However, like other kinds of batteries, they are not made to last forever, and will need to be replaced from time to time. The following are five signs that your car battery needs to be replaced.

What is a Car Battery?

A car battery is a rechargeable battery that is maintained by the alternator and used to start a vehicle. It provides an electric current to the electric-powered starting motor, which then starts the chemically powered internal combustion engine. It also acts as a surge protector for the car’s computers and provides power for elements like the windshield wipers, stereo, and lights when the engine is off.

The three main components of a vehicle starting system are as follows:

  • Battery
  • Ignition switch
  • Starter relay
  • Starter motor

Signs Your Battery Needs Replacing