Dead Battery Car

Your car won't start and the battery is dead. You need someone to come to you — not a ride to the auto parts store.

When your car has a dead battery, the first step is getting it started. A jump start from another vehicle or a portable jump pack will do it. If the car starts and runs normally after a jump, the battery may just need a full charge — drive for at least 20 minutes to let the alternator recharge it. But if it dies again the next morning, the battery has lost its ability to hold a charge and needs replacement.

Car batteries in Jacksonville's heat typically last 3 to 4 years — shorter than the national average. The heat breaks down the internal chemistry faster. When shopping for a replacement, match the group size and CCA rating specified for your vehicle. A battery with higher CCA than required is fine, but lower CCA may not start the engine reliably. Most batteries come with a 3-year warranty.

You don't need a tow truck or a ride to get a new battery. Ez Mobile Mechanic is a mobile mechanic in Jacksonville who comes to your car, tests the battery and alternator on the spot, and installs a new battery if needed — all at your location. Home, work, parking lot, roadside. Call (904) 788-7272 and we'll come to you.