Do used car warranties cover batteries?
Usually, the battery is covered by a manufacturer’s warranty but not a used-car or dealer warranty. However, new replacement batteries have a manufacturer’s warranty – batteries from the NRMA, for example, come with a three-year warranty.
Where can I get a car battery replaced for free?
If you want to get a cheap battery and have it installed for free, the best option is Advance Auto Parts. To get the best price from Advance Auto, you need to place the order online, pick the store closest to you, and drive over to that store to have the battery replaced for free.
Is the battery dead in a Certified Used Car?
Dead battery in certified used car! I bought a 2003 expedition 3 months ago with “certification”. Upon attempting to start my new purchase, I found the battery quite dead. The salesperson had to jump it… “If you have any problems, let us know!” They said. Yesterday, the battery was dead.
When do you need to replace a car battery?
Before you replace your battery you should identify the issue. If you see your battery is leaking any fluid or is swollen from being frozen, it needs to be replaced immediately. If the fluid prevention covers are damaged or gone, you can get replacement covers from your local auto parts store.
How much does a used car battery cost?
Many warranties are 50-50 on used cars. You pay 50% of the cost and the dealer pays 50% of the cost. Of course, the dealer determines the cost. The dealer would then say that the battery has a price of $100. Therefore you owe $50. However, the dealer probably paid $50 for the battery, so he is out nothing. cigroller July 5, 2016, 9:02pm #3
Dead battery in certified used car! I bought a 2003 expedition 3 months ago with “certification”. Upon attempting to start my new purchase, I found the battery quite dead. The salesperson had to jump it… “If you have any problems, let us know!” They said. Yesterday, the battery was dead.
Before you replace your battery you should identify the issue. If you see your battery is leaking any fluid or is swollen from being frozen, it needs to be replaced immediately. If the fluid prevention covers are damaged or gone, you can get replacement covers from your local auto parts store.
Where do you find the date of manufacture on a car battery?
The battery’s age is also a strong indicator that it’s time to consider a replacement. The manufacture date can be found on a sticker affixed to the top or side of the battery. A battery made in October 2018 will have a numeric code of 10-8 or an alphanumeric code of K-8.
Many warranties are 50-50 on used cars. You pay 50% of the cost and the dealer pays 50% of the cost. Of course, the dealer determines the cost. The dealer would then say that the battery has a price of $100. Therefore you owe $50. However, the dealer probably paid $50 for the battery, so he is out nothing. cigroller July 5, 2016, 9:02pm #3