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Gene Messer Volkswagen invites you to find out why your Volkswagen battery light is illuminated.
If the battery indicator in your car comes on just when you start the vehicle, that’s a standard system test. If the car battery indicator stays on, then there’s a problem. If you have battery issues, you may notice that your headlights aren’t as bright, the infotainment system might not turn on, and your power windows are moving slowly. If you notice any of these things happening, then you really need to get home or bring it to us as soon as possible because your vehicle is about to die. If neither destination is an option, look for a safe spot to pull over and park.
Like all things car-related, how long you can drive with the car battery light on truly depends on many factors. If the light just turned on, you can do things like turning off all accessories like the radio or heater and disconnecting any phones that may be charging in USB slots. This may help extend the remaining battery life, but you should come straight here or return home. The most critical thing is to NOT turn off the engine because a dying battery may not have the power to start your car.
There are many reasons why the car battery light might come on, but generally, the reasons are:
A car does its best with a charged battery. Any one of the problems listed above will make it hard for your car battery to get a charge. If it’s not corrected immediately, it may reduce the power of your car battery and maybe even leave you stranded.
If there’s a safe place to park, at the very least, you can pop the hood and examine your car battery for a loose cable or rust on the battery terminals. Other than those quick looks, the best way to get the battery light off is to bring it to our service center. Our experienced techs have the specialized tools and skills to diagnose the issue. They’ll investigate everything from looking at your alternator to your battery health and then recommend the right course of action to repair your car.
Gene Messer Volkswagen is one of the best places to get engine repair in the Lubbock 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.
