Auto Electrical Repair & Maintenance

Comprehensive Auto Electrical Repair and Maintenance Services

At Ted's Auto Clinic Inc. in Chicago, we specialize in auto electrical repair and maintenance to ensure your car runs smoothly and reliably. Whether you're dealing with a dead battery, faulty alternator, or malfunctioning wiring, our skilled technicians are here to diagnose and resolve the issue with precision and care. We service your vehicle, providing a high level of workmanship you can trust.

Auto Electrical Repair & Maintenance Services

Batteries
The battery supplies electric energy to the starter motor. If you need to jump-start your vehicle in the morning, your battery could be failing. When a battery starts deteriorating, our advanced diagnostic equipment can determine whether it requires replacement or a charge. If you are having issues with your car battery, contact Ted's Auto Clinic Inc. in Chicago, IL. We provide a convenient battery testing and replacement service to get you back on the road. Battery replacement, charging, installation, testing, and recycling - we handle it all.

Starters
A starter is a motor that rotates the internal combustion engine to initiate the engine's operation. Starters are important parts of your car's engine and their failure would translate to your car not starting. When your car's starter develops problems, seek expert help. At Ted's Auto Clinic Inc., we have experts who can handle all your starter needs to get you back on the road - quickly. Visit Ted's Auto Clinic Inc. today.

Alternator
Your car's alternator keeps the battery charged and the electrical components of the vehicle going when the vehicle is running. Some vehicles will start with a faulty alternator, but if you see a charging system warning on your instrument cluster your car may leave you stranded. Trust the experts at Ted's Auto Clinic to perform a complete electrical system check in order to determine if the alternator is generating the right amount of current and voltage.

Battery FAQs

What are mistakes made when jumping a car?

Mixing up negative and positive cables is the most common mistake. When you mix up the negative and positive cable it ruins your car's alternator. Just remember black to negative and red to positive. Other common mistakes are using cheap cables that don't conduct properly, letting the cables swing and become detached, touching the clips together, and ignoring cracks in your battery or dirty battery terminals.

What should I be careful of when changing a car battery?

It may sound obvious but be sure that you do not drop the battery. Be careful not to let the tools touch both the negative and positive terminals simultaneously, as it could create a spark, cause the battery to short out, or even damage the vehicle's electrical components.

Make sure to separate the cables to the side so that they don't touch the battery until it is in place. Attach the negative cable first and then the positive cable. If have any doubts while you are trying to change your battery you should always call in an expert.

Car Starting FAQs

How do I unlock my steering wheel?

Place your foot on the brake and turn the wheel in the direction in which it has a little range of motion. This should ease the tension in the steering column and allow you to turn the key. Turning the key unlocks the steering wheel. Do not try to unlock your steering wheel without a key or if the battery is dead. This should only be done by a professional auto repair technician.

What does a dead starter sound like?

Clicking noises upon turning the key are a classic sign of starter failure. However, this isn't the only clue. A dying starter might remain completely silent or offer subtle warnings through whirring or grinding sounds before finally giving up the ghost.