Do Car Batteries Drain in Winter?

It can take up to twice as much charge to start your Kia and keep it running during Chatham’s freezing winters, so it’s crucial to keep your Kia Genuine battery topped off, regularly maintained by our trained technicians as laid out in your owner’s manual (approximately every 6 months or 9,600 kms), and inspect its terminals for rust and corrosion to avoid being surprised by a lack of charge while you’re out on the road. To give your Kia’s mileage the best chance in freezing temperatures, the service experts at Lally Kia suggest you park your vehicle inside where possible (like in a garage or enclosed parking lot), or invest in a block heater and high quality blanket to keep your Kia’s components warm and shielded from the elements.

What Are the Signs of a Failing Car Battery?

A failing car battery is signalled by warning signs like a bloated or swollen battery case, delay on vehicle startup, dim headlights, unusual noises, corrosion, and an illuminated dashboard light. Typically, these red flags might appear around the 3-5 year mark when batteries tend to reach the end of their lifespan, but variables like your driving frequency, conditions, and habits might mean your battery fails sooner. Keep an eye out for the following signs and book your vehicle in for an inspection or replacement with our Kia certified technicians if you’re worried your battery is falling:

• Battery or Check Engine Light
• Swollen Battery Case
• Hesitation on Vehicle Startup
• Dim Headlights
• Unusual Noises
• Engine Won’t Start
• Corrosion

Service & Replace Your Car Battery at Lally Kia in Chatham, ON

Get in touch with our Kia Certified service technicians to swap out your Kia Genuine Battery and get a perfect fit that’ll bring you around 3-5 years of top-quality driving on your vacations and commutes. We’re also your gateway for Kia Genuine Parts and approved accessories, and are here to help with maintenance and repairs using the latest tools and training from Kia.

Learn more about Kia Genuine Batteries at Kia.ca.