How Often Should I Get My Jeep Model's Battery Inspected?

Whether you are driving a Jeep Wrangler or a Jeep Grand Cherokee, you are going to want to ensure that your battery has the juice it needs to get you from Point A to Point B. Many folks know that their car battery needs to be inspected. Still, they may not be sure how often that should occur.

Most vehicles should get their battery inspected every six months or every 6,000 miles, whichever comes first. Keeping up with your routine inspections will help to ensure that any potential issues with your car battery are caught and handled before they become a major issue. After all, no one wants to be stranded because their car's battery decided to quit.

What Are Some Signs That My Car Battery Needs Replacing?

Some folks may not know that a car battery is expected to have a lifespan of about three to five years. Depending on driving habits and the conditions where you live, you may get more or less time out of your vehicle's battery.

Your Jeep model will give you signs that it may be time to schedule a battery inspection with the service center at Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT. Some of the signals that your Jeep SUV or Ram truck might need a battery replacement include:

• A slow or sluggish start when you fire up your Jeep vehicle
• A clicking sound from the ignition when you try to start your Jeep model
• Your Jeep vehicle's headlights appear to be dim
• The battery light becomes illuminated on your Jeep model's dashboard

Additionally, there are some signs that you may notice when you take a look at the battery underneath the hood. Some of these include:

• Corrosion around the battery terminals
• The battery case is swollen
• There is a sulfurous smell coming from the battery area of the car
• Your Jeep vehicle's battery is between three and five years old

How Can I Maintain My Jeep Vehicle's Battery?

There are some things that you can do at home to prolong the life of your Jeep vehicle's battery. It doesn't matter if you are behind the wheel of a Jeep Compass or Jeep Gladiator, these tips are sure to help you get the most out of your Jeep model's battery:

• Clean your Jeep vehicle's battery terminals with a baking soda/water solution or a battery cleaner
• Remove any grease, dirt, or oxidation from the Jeep model's battery terminals
• Clean the Jeep SUV or truck's battery tray
• Keep your vehicle's battery warm with a battery warmer
• If you don't drive often, start the car once a week to keep the battery from being discharged

Schedule Your Jeep Battery Service with the Team at Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT

The good news about our Mopar® service center is that we don't offer just Jeep battery service. No matter what make or model you drive, we can assist you with all of your car service and auto repair needs. Don't hesitate to contact our team if you drive a Dodge Durango, RAM 1500, Chrysler Pacifica, or any other vehicle. Our factory-trained, Mopar®-certified service technicians can help.

Schedule your Jeep battery service by contacting the team at Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT today.