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Cold Starts and Flat Batteries?

If your car’s feeling sluggish on chilly West Ryde mornings, your battery could be trying to tell you something.

At Col Harrison Automotive, we know just how common battery issues are during the colder months—and how inconvenient they can be. That’s why we offer quick, professional battery testing and replacements, so you’re not left stranded when you need your car most.

Why Your Battery Hates the Cold

Winter weather can seriously affect your battery’s performance. As temperatures drop, the internal chemical reactions in the battery slow down, meaning it delivers less power. Meanwhile, your car needs more energy to start a cold engine—and the extra load from heaters, wipers and demisters doesn’t help either.

Even a battery that seemed “fine” last week might not make it through a cold snap.

Signs Your Battery Might Be Running Out of Juice

Before your battery gives up completely, there are usually warning signs. Keep an eye (and ear) out for:

  • Engine slow to crank or struggling to start
  • Headlights dimming when you start the engine
  • Electrical accessories acting up (e.g. power windows or stereo)
  • Dashboard warning lights you haven’t seen before
  • Needing a jump-start more than once
  • Harder to start the car on cold mornings
  • Battery is more than 3 years old

When you bring your vehicle in, we’ll carry out a comprehensive battery check using the latest equipment. You can expect accurate voltage and load testing, visual inspection of battery condition and terminals and trusted advice from experienced West Ryde mechanics.

If a replacement is required, we can arrange a selection of top quality batteries to suit most vehicles and can install on the spot!

Stop Battery Problems Before They Start

Don’t wait for that dreaded silence when you turn the key. Come see the friendly team at Col Harrison Automotive in West Ryde for a battery check today. We’ll get you sorted quickly and make sure your car starts strong—no matter how cold it gets.

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