Car Battery Testing and Replacement in Rivière-des-Prairies

Québec cold is hard on batteries. At Midas Rivière-des-Prairies, 7635 Henri-Bourassa Blvd East, we test your battery, replace it when needed and check the alternator and starter. We serve drivers from Rivière-des-Prairies, Pointe-aux-Trembles, Anjou, Montréal-Nord and Saint-Léonard.

Signs of a weak battery

• Engine cranks slowly
• Battery warning light on
• Headlights dim at idle
• Battery is several years old

Our services

• Battery test, free with your oil change
• Battery replacement, no appointment needed
• Alternator
• Starter

Before winter

Have your battery tested in the fall, when your winter tires go on: a weak battery often fails on the first deep freeze.

Making your battery last

A 12-volt car battery lasts about five years on average, according to CAA-Québec. Extreme cold slows the chemical reaction it needs to start the engine. To go easy on it:

• don’t run the headlights, radio or heater with the engine off;
• avoid driving only short trips;
• have the terminals cleaned to prevent corrosion;
• park out of the wind in winter, ideally in a garage;
• use the battery type in your owner’s manual: vehicles with automatic start-stop need an AGM or EFB battery.

Source: CAA-Québec (French)

FAQ

How long does a battery last?

About five years on average, according to CAA-Québec, but use and cold matter a lot. The test tells us where it stands.

Is the battery test free?

Yes, with your oil change.

Can I get my battery replaced without an appointment?

Yes.

My battery is new but keeps draining: why?

It could be the alternator or an abnormal electrical drain: we check the charging system.

My vehicle has automatic start-stop. Which battery does it need?

An AGM or EFB battery, as specified in the owner’s manual. We check the right model before replacing it.