VA Inspection & Emissions
Arlington
- VA Inspection & Emissions
- Full Repair & Service
- Flatbed Pickup (10 mi)
- Tires & Alignment
- Diagnostics
Signs your battery is failing
- The engine cranks slowly, especially on cold mornings
- Battery or charging light on the dash
- Clicking when you turn the key
- Your battery is 4 to 5 years old
- Corrosion on the terminals
- Start-stop system stopped working
Battery service includes
- Battery load test
- Alternator and starter test
- Check for parasitic drain if the battery keeps dying
- Correct battery size and type (flooded or AGM) for your vehicle
- Clean terminals and secure hold-down
- Battery registration on vehicles that require it
DieHard batteries at Arlington
Our Arlington shop stocks DieHard Gold and Platinum AGM batteries. Gold carries a 3-year free replacement warranty and Platinum AGM carries 4 years, per DieHard. Our Annandale shop also sells and installs batteries; call for brand and fit.
Serving Arlington, Annandale, Falls Church, Alexandria, Bailey's Crossroads, Seven Corners and Fairfax County.
Common questions
How long does a car battery last?
In Northern Virginia, most batteries last about 3 to 5 years. Summer heat is harder on batteries than winter cold, even though failures show up in the cold.
My new battery died again. Why?
Something may be draining it while the car is off, or the alternator isn't charging. We test both before selling you another battery.
Does my car need an AGM battery?
Many cars with start-stop or lots of electronics require AGM. Installing the wrong type can shorten battery life, so we match what the manufacturer specifies.
VA Inspection & Emissions
Gas Pumps Open 24/7
Annandale
- Gas Pumps Open 24/7
- Full Repair & Service
- Flatbed Pickup (10 mi)
- Tires & Alignment
- Diagnostics