Like anything that runs on a battery, your Lincoln can’t do much of anything with a dead battery. Even a low battery can have difficulty starting your Lincoln, which is especially true in the winter when getting your Lincoln started quickly is even more important, and the cold weather drains your battery quicker. This is why, at Whiteoak Lincoln, our team of trained technicians in our Service Department, as well as our Quick Lane, offers a battery service to keep your Lincoln’s battery charged and ready to go.
Continue reading for more information on the importance of getting your battery serviced, as well as four signs to watch out for that indicate your battery requires attention (including noticing a bad smell around your battery), and the answers to frequently asked questions about battery servicing! Click here to learn more about the other services we offer at Whiteoak Lincoln, such as Brake Service, Filter Swap Service, Oil Change Service, and more.
Without a working battery your vehicle can’t start, so having a battery that works is extremely important. Along with starting the engine, your battery also powers all of the electrical components of your Lincoln, such as the door lock mechanisms and entertainment system. When the weather is cooler outside the battery life of your vehicle can drain more quickly, and keeping it charged is important so that you don’t find yourself stranded on the side of the road, or in a parking lot.
If you notice that it takes longer than it normally does for your Lincoln to start, especially after it has been sitting unused for a while, such as overnight or over the weekend, your battery might be behind it. Noticing this sign multiple times in the span of a month or so can also be signs it’s time for a new battery.
Your Lincoln should be able to hold a charge, so if you notice that you frequently have to jump start it, it’s likely time for a new battery.
You’ve likely experienced this before, living in Canada in the winter: an engine that revs for longer than a few seconds before turning over is a clear sign that your battery is on its last legs, and it’s time to get a replacement battery.
Check out our Service Specials for great deals on services at Whiteoak Lincoln, which can include battery services. These deals are constantly being changed so that you can keep your Lincoln in tip-top shape year-round.
This battery service is specifically designed for the low-voltage battery used in vehicles with internal combustion, or gas, engines. While hybrid vehicles have the same battery, they also have another battery that is connected to a high-voltage battery system, which needs special care. If you have a hybrid or electric vehicle and notice any of the above signs that the low-voltage battery might be dying or dead, bring it in for this service, where applicable.
Both our Service Department and Quick Lane at Whiteoak Lincoln offer battery services, with the only difference being that the Service Department allows you to schedule an appointment to get your battery looked at, while the Quick Lane lets you come in without an appointment and will have your battery inspected and, if necessary, replaced, in 45 minutes or less.
If you believe your Lincoln vehicle’s battery is dead or dying, come and see the trained technicians in either our Service Department or Quick Lane at Whiteoak Lincoln! We’ll inspect your battery and test its charge, and replace it if needed. Get in touch with us or drop by and visit us in Mississauga if you have any questions regarding any of our services, and if you’d like to book your service appointment in our Service Department to get your battery serviced, simply fill out the secure form below!