Battery / Starting / Charging System

A car that won't start doesn't automatically need a new battery.

The battery, starter, alternator, wiring and other electrical components work together to start and power your vehicle.

Crown Automotive provides battery, starting, charging and electrical diagnosis in Meridian, Idaho, helping drivers throughout Boise and the Treasure Valley determine what's actually causing the problem.

Signs of a Starting or Charging Problem

Have your vehicle checked if you notice:

  • Slow engine cranking

  • Clicking when attempting to start

  • Intermittent starting

  • Repeated dead batteries

  • Battery warning light

  • Charging-system warning

  • Dim or inconsistent lights

  • Electrical accessories behaving unusually

  • Vehicle won't start

  • Vehicle loses electrical power while driving

Battery, Starter or Alternator?

Several problems can produce similar symptoms.

Rather than automatically replacing the battery, Crown can evaluate the starting and charging system to help determine whether the issue involves the:

  • Battery

  • Starter

  • Alternator

  • Electrical connections

  • Wiring

  • Another electrical component

Crown provides automotive electrical diagnostics in addition to mechanical repairs.

All Makes & Models

Our ASE-certified technicians service:

  • Domestic vehicles

  • Asian vehicles

  • European vehicles

  • Diesel vehicles

  • Cars, trucks and SUVs

Crown has particular experience with Subaru vehicles and diesel trucks while servicing all vehicle makes and models.

Repairs With Your Approval

You'll receive an estimate before work begins.

If we identify another problem during service, we'll contact you, explain your options and receive authorization before performing additional repairs.

Nationwide Warranty

Qualifying Crown repairs are backed by a 36-month / 36,000-mile nationwide warranty covering parts and labor for faulty parts.

Customer-supplied and used parts are excluded.

Starting & Charging FAQs

How do I know whether I need a battery or alternator?

The symptoms can overlap, so testing the battery and charging system is the most reliable way to determine the cause.

Why does my new battery keep dying?

A charging problem, electrical issue or another fault may be responsible. Crown can diagnose electrical problems instead of automatically replacing another battery.

Do you work on diesel-truck starting systems?

Yes. Crown services diesel vehicles and has particular experience with diesel trucks.

Schedule battery, starter, alternator or electrical diagnosis with Crown Automotive in Meridian.