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Battery Replacement

Fresh battery and clean terminals.

Difficulty: easy~0.30.8 hrs1 day
Estimated total
$150–430
Parts$120–340
Labor$30–90
Labor time0.30.8 hrs
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What's involved

What this repair actually is.

Old battery removed and recycled, new one installed, terminals cleaned and protected.

Symptoms

How you can tell.

  • Slow cranking
  • Dash flicker on start
  • Battery older than 4 years
If you delay

You'll get stranded — a 5-minute job becomes a tow.

Maintenance tip

Test annually after 3 years.

Educational estimate. Real pricing depends on your vehicle, the inspection, parts availability, taxes, and shop rates. Use this as a guide while you shop quotes.
Related

Often done together.