Roadside & Emergency Assistance

Battery Boost & Replacement

Dead batteries are one of the most common reasons trucks stop. A boost may get you going; testing and replacement fix the cause.

  • AvailabilityCalls and messages 24/7
  • WhereRoadside, yard or jobsite
  • CategoryRoadside & Emergency Assistance
  • On-site repairWhere feasible and safe
Overview

About battery boost & replacement.

Dead batteries are one of the most common reasons trucks stop. A boost may get you going; testing and replacement fix the cause.

A mobile mechanic can look at the unit where it stands, whether that is the roadside, a yard or a jobsite. That can avoid a tow and shorten downtime when the fault is suited to on-site work.

Part of Roadside & Emergency Assistance.

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Symptoms

When you might need it.

Any of these is a good reason to call and describe what the unit is doing.

01

Dead or slow cranking

02

Cold-weather failures

03

Repeated flat batteries

04

Dash electronics dead

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The work

What the service involves.

  1. Testing batteries and charging

  2. Boosting where appropriate

  3. Replacing batteries if stock allows

  4. Checking the alternator

Know before you call

Causes and good habits.

These are possibilities, not a diagnosis. The only way to know is to test the unit.

Possible causes

  • Cold weather and age
  • Lights or accessories left on
  • A charging system that is not charging

Practical tips

  • Test the batteries before winter
  • Fix the cause so the boost is not a repeat
Limits and safety

What to expect.

A boost does not fix a failing battery or charging fault.

On-site repair depends on the fault, parts, vehicle condition, safety and service feasibility.

(437) 601-8551

Before you call

  • Exact location, and direction of travel on a highway
  • Truck or trailer type, make and year if known
  • What happened and what warnings you see
  • Whether the unit is somewhere safe
  • A number we can call back
How it works

From the first call to the fix.

Call or message

Tell us where the unit is.

Describe the fault

Symptoms, lights, noises, leaks.

Agree the plan

Feasibility and dispatch, discussed honestly.

Diagnose and repair

On site where it is possible and safe.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Is a boost enough?

Sometimes. If the battery or alternator is at fault the problem will return.

How do I request this service?

Call (437) 601-8551 or message us on WhatsApp with your location and the issue. For non-urgent work, use the contact form.

Can every repair be done on site?

No. It depends on the fault, parts, vehicle condition, safety and feasibility.

24/7 roadside assistance

Stranded on the Road? Let's Talk.

Tell us where your truck or trailer is located and what happened. Contact Fellows to discuss mobile repair options and next steps.

(437) 601-8551

Have ready: exact location, truck or trailer type, what happened or what warnings you see, whether the unit is somewhere safe, and a callback number. Timing, dispatch and on-site repair depend on location, availability, the fault, parts and safety.

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