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Went above and beyond to help me out when I was stuck needing some technical expertise. Was very flexible and accomodating with scheduling.

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Friendly service. Fixed issue quickly. Would recommend

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Would recommend Ashley to others looking for Auto electric. Problems

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Pleasure to work with. Highly recommend

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It’s more convenient to book online instead of finding a garage or a mechanic. If your car doesn’t start due to a defective battery, you’ll have to commute to find the nearest available mechanic or garage and pray they’re open for service. Instead of devoting half a day to find a mechanic, all you have to do is make a job posting on Airtasker.

Available local mechanics will contact you and give you a free quote. Be sure to make your job posting as detailed as possible. Mention your budget, your address, how soon you want the job done and other important details. Spare yourself the hassle of dealing with an unexpected car breakdown - Airtasker makes it easier than ever for you to find qualified local mechanics.

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Hiring a Tasker lets you devote your time to more critical tasks. You can relax while they remove the old battery, install the new one and dispose of the old battery. You spare yourself from doing the dirty work by using our platform. It doesn’t take much to find the right person for the job. You release payment after the job is done. For a better idea of how to do it with Airtasker, read this guide.

You are not obliged to provide any tool or piece of equipment to your hired Tasker to perform the service. Taskers can bring their own tools, and they already know what works best for doing the job. But you are free to lend them any tools or equipment you have that you think can make the job go smoother and quicker.

The time it takes can vary from Tasker to Tasker, but overall the whole process should take less than two hours. You may have to allow more time if you ask the Tasker to buy the new battery for you. Not to mention if they need to clean the terminals and battery clamps. Consider the distance from the shop to your address and traffic conditions to add to the time needed if you make them buy the battery.  

Taskers can assist you, but it would be better to let them do 100% of the work. After all, that’s why you hired them! Your Tasker is more than capable of doing all the work, from disconnecting the battery terminals and cleaning the clamps and terminals. They can also take the old battery to a recycling facility. Some Taskers may even offer to buy the battery for you if you don’t have one already.  

The standard practice is to replace your car’s battery every three years, as car batteries are almost sure to have reliability issues by then. Should you neglect to do this, your car’s battery will be worn down and less efficient in recharging itself via the alternator. And take note that the more electronics your car has, such as power door locks, power windows, sunroof, rear windscreen wipers, reversing camera and other accessories, the quicker your battery drains.

A car battery needs to be changed when your headlights become dim, your electronics aren’t activating, or worse, your car doesn’t start. Dim headlights are usually the earliest sign, but these can also be due to a defective alternator or starter motor. Should an inspection made by an auto electrician find nothing wrong with them, then the battery needs replacing. Even if these signs don’t turn up, replace your battery every three years (don’t wait until your car doesn’t start).

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What do Car Battery Replacement services include?

Car battery replacement services usually include several steps. First, your car is towed to the garage. Mechanics then remove the old, damaged or non-working car battery. They then install the new car battery. If you haven’t bought the new battery yet, most hired mechanics or specialists can make the purchase for you, if their garage doesn’t have the right battery for your car in stock.

Note that this service is for replacing batteries of conventional engines instead of electric cars. This service also does not imply replacing the batteries in car key fobs.

Towing or transporting your car

Since you won’t be able to start your car, you’ll need a way to transport your car to the garage to get serviced. Some mechanics may offer a towing or transport service to get your car to their garage. Mechanics can attach your car to a tow truck, or place it on a flatbed truck. Your chosen mechanic should be able to tow or transport your car without damaging it.

Replacement service: removing the dead car battery

Your mechanic removes the old battery from your car, regardless of its make, model, and brand. Whether it is a Nissan, Ford, Mazda, BMW, Volvo or other car brands, they can remove the old battery. Mechanics disconnect the terminals to ensure their safe removal. The old battery is placed on a stack of old newspapers or cloth to catch any leaking liquids. Mechanics use safety gloves, and a mask and goggles as batteries contain dangerous substances like acid.  

New battery installation

Mechanics can put in your new battery while following best practices. Once the old battery is removed, they clean the battery terminals and clamps to prevent grounding, decreased conductivity or other issues. The mechanic uses a wire brush, baking soda and water to clean out the terminals and clamps, removing dirt, corrosion, or residue. After installing the new battery, the mechanic tests it by starting up your car, activating the wipers, radio, or other electronic accessories.

Old battery disposal

This is another service that your mechanic can do for you, as you cannot toss old car batteries in the rubbish bin. Old batteries have dangerous chemicals that pose a serious health hazard. The mechanic can take your old battery to a recycling centre or treatment facility. Be sure to list this as part of your service, unless you already have a recycling centre or garage in mind to take the old battery.

Car battery purchase

If you don’t have a replacement battery ready and the garage doesn’t stock the right one, some mechanics may offer this service for a small fee. Be sure to provide the mechanic with the money to buy the new car battery for you. Your mechanic can go to the shop, get the right battery then return to the garage to install the new battery straight away.

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Description: Looking for someone experienced with 4WD electrical installs (auto electrician or experienced installer preferred) to assist with fitting a KickAss 12V 120Ah Slimline Lithium Premium Dual Battery Kit into my GWM Tank 300. The KickAss kit is designed as a plug-and-play system and comes with everything required, but I’d really value input from someone experienced to ensure the layout, mounting, and overall finish is done properly. I’ve already started planning the layout and identified the best location for the battery in the rear cargo area. I’m after someone who can help refine the setup and carry out a clean, professional install. Scope of work: • Assist with final layout/positioning of battery and components • Securely mount the slimline lithium battery in the cargo area • Drill into the floor and install rivnuts/nutserts for solid mounting points • Modify/reposition the factory subwoofer/amp so it doesn’t foul on the battery • Re-secure sub/amp once repositioned • Assist with cable routing and cable management (safe, neat, and protected) • Ensure safe clearance around battery terminals and cabling • General tidy-up to ensure nothing rubs, vibrates, or creates a hazard What’s included in the kit: • 120Ah Slimline Lithium Battery • 25A DCDC Charger • Wiring kit (incl. cabling, fuses, connectors) • Mounting hardware (from kit) Requirements: • Must have experience with dual battery / 12V setups • Must have own tools, including rivnut/nutsert tool • Experience working on 4WDs or custom installs highly preferred • Ability to deliver a clean, safe, and well-finished install Notes: • Space is tight due to factory bolts underneath, so experience with custom installs is important • After a properly thought-out setup, not just a quick install • Happy to assist on the day if needed Location: Preston VIC Timing: Flexible (sooner preferred)

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I have a 2008 Kia Sorrento needing a replacement alternator urgently. If anyone can help me source the part and come and install on Tuesday anytime I would be eternally grateful as I have an important appointment in Kiama on Wednesday and need this fixed. If I can source the part all good but if anyone can get a trade discount all the better. I’m happy to pay for part and labour . I’ve put 250 Up for labour only but will pay for part after anyone reaches out to me for the job

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Hey there, I have a 2003 Mercedes Sprinter and I’m currently experiencing some issues with the van’s electrical system. To keep it brief: fuse #7 (under the steering wheel), which is connected to the air circulation system and the horn, kept blowing. I replaced it, but it continued to blow. At one point, I temporarily installed a higher amp fuse so I could start the van as I was stuck in the middle of the desert. The van did start, but the higher amp fuse eventually burned out as well. Once I got home, I identified the issue: a cable near the horn was exposed and touching the bare metal of the van, causing the fuse to blow. I temporarily fixed it with tape, and replaced the fuse with the correct rating. The van now starts fine, and no fuses are blowing anymore. However, I’m now experiencing the following issues: Some lights are dim (likely need replacing) The horn is not working The radio is not working I’m looking for someone who can properly troubleshoot the root cause and help repair/rework the wiring. Here’s what I’d like help with: Properly insulating and redoing the exposed cables (I currently have a temporary tape fix on 3 wires) Repairing the battery cable terminal (the screw for the negative terminal has broken) Diagnosing and fixing the underlying electrical issue Replacing any faulty lights I need this to pass a Roadworthy Certificate (RWC), as the van is currently registered interstate. I have some basic electrical knowledge and am happy to assist if needed. I can also remove the dashboard beforehand to speed things up and allow you to start troubleshooting right away. I’ve attached some photos for reference. I’m quite flexible with timing, and I’d appreciate a fixed quote if possible, as I’m currently on a budget. Of course, I’ll cover the cost of any replacement parts (like lights) separately. I also use Airtasker, so feel free to reach out there or here if you have any questions. Thanks in advance! Michael

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