Q: my car displays the battery saver active. What does it mean and what can I do? Thank
I have a 2008 chevy impala and just recently my car displays the battery saver active. What does it mean and what can I do? Thank You
My car has 86 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hi there. The Battery Saver Active message can appear on your driver information center (DIC). When the DIC displays this alert, that means that your battery has a low charge, and your vehicle is shutting off certain systems that may drain the battery of life. The best solution is to have a professional mechanic replace your battery and verify the charging system is in good shape.
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