COST, WARRANTY, AND CHARGING QUESTIONS?
How much does the battery replacement cost?
A new car battery costs from $60 to $200 and your dealer may charge another $30-$50 to have it replaced.
Replacing a car battery as a do-it-yourself project is not very difficult, but the battery is heavy (30-45 lb). Lifting it out of the car can be hard on your back. An old battery is often covered in the electrolyte, which is very acidic and can burn your clothes or skin. Please ensure you have the proper workspace and materials to do it safely.
How long is a battery warranty?
In most cars, the battery is covered under the basic bumper-to-bumper warranty. In some cars, the battery coverage is pro-rated.
This means, for example, the labor might be fully covered, while the part might be covered 100 percent within the first year, 50 percent within the second year and so on. You can find the warranty coverage details in your Warranty Guide brochure, or on the manufacturer's website.
Canadian Energy’s Canada Proof batteries offer a long-lasting hassle-free warranty. Whether it’s our standard 42-month free replacement, or our 5 year extended platinum warranty, it’s the best in the business.
How to boost a car when the battery is low on charge?
To boost a car, you will need a portable booster or jumper cables to boost from another car. Your owner’s manual has the proper instructions. Be careful, if the booster cables are connected to wrong terminals, it may cause a big spark and some fuses and other electrical components could malfunction.
How long does it take to recharge a good battery that is low on charge?
If the battery is still in good condition, 20-40 minutes of running the engine or driving is usually enough to recharge.
However, be aware in some cars with electric power steering, the steering assist might not work properly until the battery is sufficiently charged. That can make driving with a low battery dangerous.
If a good battery has not been used for an extended period and is completely drained, it might need longer time to recharge. In some high-mileage cars, the engine may run rough at idle or even stall after replacing the battery. This happens because when the battery is disconnected, all learned settings in the engine computer, including the idle speed are reset. For this reason, some older cars may require the idle speed re-learn after the battery is replaced.
The procedure varies for different cars, but it won't take you long to google it. To avoid this problem, many repair shops use a simple memory saving device that keeps the engine computer powered during battery replacement. In modern cars, the idle speed is re-learned as you drive.