The risks of fitting your own car battery

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Is Your Car Struggling to Start This Winter? Your Battery Might Be Feeling the Cold... Winter is here, and with it comes the dreaded cold weather that can wreak havoc on your car battery. If your car is struggling to start, it might be time to give your battery some attention. At Newcastle Batteries we offer a **FREE Battery Health Test** to ensure your car battery is ready for the colder months ahead. Don’t let the winter chill leave you stranded – come in today! FREE BATTERY TEST – No Obligation We understand the importance of a reliable car battery, especially during the winter. Cold weather is notorious for being a killer of sick car batteries. The last thing you need is to be stuck with a dead battery on a freezing morning. Our **FREE Battery Health Test** will give you peace of mind, knowing that your battery is in top shape to handle the winter cold. No obligations, just straightforward advice and service. Comprehensive Battery Services At Newcastle Batteries , we offer car batteries for all budgets. Whether you need a cost-friendly option or a high-performance battery, we've got you covered. Our expert team will help you find the perfect battery to match your vehicle and your needs. Our expert team knows all your car battery replacement requirements including Start/ Stop ISS and even Electric Vehicle EV auxiliary batteries. **Free Battery Health Test**: Ensure your battery is ready for winter. **Wide Range of Car Batteries**: Options available for every budget. **Expert Advice**: Our team is here to help you make the best choice. Why Choose Newcastle Batteries? **Local and Trusted**: We are your local battery experts, committed to providing top-notch service and battery fitment, using the latest diagnostic tools to synch your battery to your vehicle. **Quality Assurance**: We only stock reliable, high-quality batteries. We trust in the proven performance of Exide Batteries **Customer Satisfaction**: Your satisfaction is our top priority. We make sure you leave our shop with confidence and that our after-sales-service is second to none, every time. Don't Wait – Visit Us Today! Give us a call, or drop by our battery shop today for your **FREE Battery Health Test**. Ensure your car battery is ready to face the winter cold head-on. Don’t let a weak battery leave you out in the cold!

Newcastle Batteries is committed to providing comprehensive and professional service to our customers. With the ever-evolving technology in modern cars, ensuring the correct car battery configuration is essential for optimal performance and longevity. Gone are the days when replacing a battery was a simple swap-out procedure. Modern vehicles are equipped with sophisticated CO2 production control systems, such as smart charging and Idle Start Stop (ISS), which demand precise battery configurations and registration with onboard computer systems. Car Battery Replacement Experts Newcastle Batteries uses the best diagnostic tools to ensure your car battery replacement is done right, every time. Failure to adhere to these specifications can lead to a cascade of issues, none of which are covered by the manufacturer's warranty. Potential consequences of neglecting proper battery configuration: Undercharging or Overcharging: Incorrect battery parameters can lead to undercharging or overcharging, both of which can damage the battery irreversibly. This damage isn't covered by warranties, leaving vehicle owners with unexpected repair costs. Loss of ISS Functionality: Particularly the Idle Start Stop system, designed to reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency, relies on precise battery parameters. Failure to configure the battery correctly may result in the loss of this functionality, impacting both environmental performance and fuel consumption. Loss of Non-Critical Vehicle Systems: Many modern cars rely on intricate electronic systems for various functions. Improper battery fitment and configuration can disrupt these systems, leading to malfunctions or failures that compromise the overall driving experience. Our highly trained, local Battery Experts at Newcastle Batteries use the best-in-class diagnostic tools and the right battery every time. The BT608 battery diagnostic tool is a great example of what Battery Traders uses. It is a leading-edge solution designed to streamline the configuration process for vehicles equipped with smart charge and ISS systems. This tool plays a pivotal role in ensuring: The vehicle recognises the installation of a new car battery. The charging system adjusts to accommodate the new battery's characteristics. The vehicle utilises the correct charging parameters tailored to the new battery. The BT608 isn't just a configuration tool; it's a comprehensive diagnostic powerhouse. From testing 6 & 12V batteries using adaptive conductance to analysing 12 & 24V charging/cranking systems and even reading and erasing basic non-critical error codes, this tool offers unparalleled versatility and functionality and is best practice. If you need a new car battery for an ISS Stop Start or smart-charge car battery replacement, ask what diagnostic tools they use. Unfortunately, some car battery shops will fit what they have and hope for the best. By being informed about the advanced tools and techniques employed during the installation process, your vehicle and battery will last longer and not cause any unintended consequences. In today's fast-paced automotive landscape, staying abreast of technological advancements isn't just our promise; it's a necessity. With the BT608 and highly trained battery technicians, your car battery replacement is assured, warrantied, and registered. Choose the best car battery replacement, choose Newcastle Batteries with the best battery prices.

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If you need a new Car Battery in Newcastle contact us for: A FREE Battery Test – to give you the peace of mind that the issue is the battery and not other electrical problems. We will even give you the test report. We will not replace your car battery if it is not needed and can recharge your existing battery if it’s just flat. Batteries for ALL Budgets – we have a great range of products with full manufacturer warranties and a range of quality options to suit your needs and budget. We will specify the best option at the best car battery price. FREE Battery Installation* - we fit your new battery for free in most vehicles. Save time, money and potential vehicle damage. Not all car batteries are made equal and not all car battery fitments are easy. It is also very important to protect your electrical equipment during battery installation. Modern vehicles are very different to your old car battery needs now your car is equipped with on-board computers that run the entire Eco centre of the car and engine. Sometimes your Engine Management System (EMS) needs to be reset. Care should be taken when fitting a car battery to ensure your onboard computer is not damaged. Some cars need specialist batteries, such as a Stop/Start Battery Replacement, which are very different to your normal car battery. Fitment is also more technical and demanding. Leave it to the experts and pay nothing – we are highly trained to ensure your car battery replacement and fitments are done using the right memory minders, scan tools and expertise. If you need a car battery installed, contact us for FREE Battery Installation* using your local Newcastle Battery Experts. We will also check to ensure all your Battery Cables, Battery Terminals, Cable Lugs, Battery Terminal Bolts or Wingnuts, Battery Box, Battery Brackets, and Battery Tray are all sound, clean and operational. If they need replacing, or cleaning, we can do that also. We have batteries for all budgets and offer FREE Car Battery Installations* This includes 4WD Batteries. Don’t risk doing it yourself ! Many Car Battery Shops will sell you a battery to take home and some do car batteries as a side to their normal business. We do Batteries first and foremost. With decades of experience, the right battery technology and the best battery prices, the choice is easy.

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