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When a boost is enough
- You left lights or accessories on
- The car sat unused for a while
- It's the first time the battery has died
Signs you need a new battery
- Repeated dead battery even after driving
- Slow cranking on most starts
- Battery warning light on the dashboard
- Visible corrosion, swelling or leaks
After a boost
Drive for a while to let the alternator recharge the battery, then have the battery and charging system tested at a shop.
Need towing or roadside assistance in the GTA?
Depending on your situation, explore battery boost, roadside assistance, breakdown towing. MyTow is a digital app where you can request a tow or roadside assistance in less than one minute. This is the time to submit your request, not a truck arrival estimate. Arrival depends on your location, traffic and dispatch coverage.
Review towing and roadside assistance pricing factors and how MyTow’s online request process works.
This guide is general information, not legal or mechanical advice. In an emergency, call 911.
