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Kearny Mesa Volkswagen welcomes you to discover why your Volkswagen battery light is on.
If the car battery light comes on just when you start your vehicle, that’s a routine system test. If the car battery indicator stays on after a few moments, then there is a problem. If you have battery issues, you may see that the headlights aren’t as bright, the infotainment system may not power on, and the windows could be moving slowly. If you see any of these things happening, then you really need to get to your destination or bring it to us as soon as possible because your car is in imminent danger of shutting down. If neither destination is available, look for a safe spot to pull over and park.
Like all things car-related, how much you can drive with the car battery light turned on truly depends on a lot of factors. If the car battery light just turned on, you can help mitigate the problem by turning off all accessories such as the stereo or heater and removing any cellphones that may be connected to USB slots. Doing this can help extend the leftover battery life, but you should get here or return home. The important thing to remember is to NOT shut off the engine because a dying battery won’t have the power to restart.
There are several reasons why the car battery light might come on, but the most common reasons are:
A car does its best with a charged car battery. Any of the problems listed above will make it extremely difficult for your car battery to get charged. If it is not fixed immediately, it will probably reduce the power of your car battery and maybe even leave you stranded.
If there’s a safe place to pull over, at least you can open the hood and check your car battery for oxidation on the battery or a loose connection. Besides those quick looks, the best way to fix the car battery light is to bring it to our service center. Our skilled techs have the skills and tools to figure out the issue. They will investigate everything from checking out your alternator to the health of your battery and then recommend the best strategy to fix your car.
Kearny Mesa Volkswagen is one of the most trusted places for engine repair in the San Diego area. We happily service all vehicle makes and models. One of our factory-trained technicians will inspect your vehicle for any necessary repairs and suggest the best resolution for you and your vehicle. Schedule your Volkswagen service in person or online today.
