Service | Terrace, BC
Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram Battery Service in Terrace, BC
Find out how much life your battery has left before the first cold morning, not on it.
A battery can start the truck fine in September and fail on the first cold morning in November. Testing tells you before it happens.
Quick answer: Terrace Chrysler tests and replaces batteries on every Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram, including vehicles with Stop/Start, Ram eTorque and dual-battery diesel trucks. A test takes minutes and shows how much starting power is left. Book online, by text or at 250-635-7187, Monday to Friday.
What battery service covers
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Load test
Measures how much cranking power the battery can still deliver, which is what matters on a cold morning.
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Charging system
Checks that the alternator is keeping the battery charged and not overcharging it.
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Terminals and cables
Corrosion cleaned off and connections tightened. A loose or corroded terminal looks like a dead battery.
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Right battery type
Standard, AGM or auxiliary battery matched to what your vehicle was built with.
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Replacement
Mopar batteries sized for your vehicle, fitted and tested.
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Electrical set-up
Where a vehicle needs the battery registered or systems reset after replacement, we do it.
Signs your battery is on its way out
- The engine cranks slowly, especially on the first start of a cold day.
- Stop/Start stops working or shows a message that it is unavailable.
- Dim lights or flickering screens at start-up.
- A battery or charging warning on the dash.
- The battery is four or more years old. Many fail around this age, with little warning.
Batteries on newer Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles
Stop/Start
Many models with engine Stop/Start use an AGM battery built for constant restarts, and some also have a small auxiliary battery. Replacing either with the wrong type can cause Stop/Start faults and a shorter battery life. We fit the type your vehicle was built with.
Ram 1500 eTorque
A Ram 1500 with eTorque has a separate 48-volt battery pack for the mild-hybrid system, along with the regular 12-volt battery. The 12-volt battery still starts the accessories and computers. Want to know how the system works? Read Ram 1500 eTorque explained.
Cummins diesel
A diesel Ram 2500 or 3500 uses two batteries to turn over the 6.7L Cummins. If one is weak, the other works harder and wears out sooner, so we test both and usually recommend replacing them as a pair.
Plug-in hybrids
A Wrangler 4xe or Grand Cherokee 4xe has a high-voltage battery for driving and a 12-volt battery for everything else. A weak 12-volt battery can stop a 4xe from starting even with a full charge in the big one.
What a Terrace winter does to a battery
Cold slows the chemistry inside a battery, so it delivers less power just when a cold, thick-oiled engine needs more to turn over. A battery that tests weak in the fall is the one that leaves you stuck in January.
Short trips make it worse, because the alternator never gets the chance to recharge what the start used. Heated seats, defrosters and lights all add load. If your truck has a block heater, plugging it in overnight takes a lot of strain off the battery on cold mornings.
The easiest habit: have the battery tested at your fall tire changeover.
Vehicles we service
We test and replace batteries on every Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram, wherever it was bought.
Ram 1500Ram 2500Ram 3500Ram ProMasterJeep WranglerJeep GladiatorJeep Grand CherokeeJeep Grand Cherokee LJeep CompassJeep CherokeeJeep WagoneerJeep Grand WagoneerDodge DurangoDodge ChargerDodge HornetChrysler PacificaChrysler Grand Caravan
Why bring your vehicle to Terrace Chrysler
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Trained technicians
Technicians who work on Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles every day.
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Mopar batteries
Batteries sized and rated for your vehicle, including AGM and auxiliary batteries.
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Every Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram
We service them all, wherever they were purchased.
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Recalls checked
Open recalls and product updates can be looked after in the same visit.
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Book online or by text
Schedule on our website, text us at 778-766-3912 to request an appointment, or call the service department.
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On Highway 16 in Terrace
Serving Terrace, Thornhill, Kitimat, Prince Rupert, Hazelton, Smithers and the Skeena Valley.
Battery service FAQs
How long does a car battery last?
Many last three to five years. Heat, cold, short trips and electrical load all shorten that. Testing is the only way to know how much life is left.
How do I know if my battery needs replacing?
Slow cranking, Stop/Start not working, dim lights at start-up or a warning on the dash are the common signs. A battery test confirms it.
Does my vehicle need a special battery?
Many vehicles with Stop/Start use an AGM battery, and some also have an auxiliary battery. We fit the type your vehicle was built with.
Does a Ram 1500 eTorque have two batteries?
Yes. It has a 48-volt battery pack for the eTorque system and a regular 12-volt battery.
Should I replace both batteries on a diesel Ram?
Usually, yes. The two batteries work together, so a weak one makes the other work harder. We test both and recommend what makes sense.
Do you service vehicles that were not bought at Terrace Chrysler?
Yes. We service every Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram, wherever it was purchased.
When is the service department open?
Service and Parts are open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and closed Saturday and Sunday. You can book online at any time or call 250-635-7187.
Book a battery test
Book online, text us at 778-766-3912, or call. Get it tested before the cold does it for you.
Terrace Chrysler | 4916 Highway 16 West, Terrace, BC V8G 1L8 | Service and Parts: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Battery life varies with age, climate and driving; your technician will confirm what your vehicle needs.
