Phantom battery drains are incredibly frustrating and a sign that your vehicle has an electrical problem. Do not worry. We are experts in automobile electrical systems and we can find out what is drawing the charge from your battery. You need to have this problem fixed in order to be able to start your car quickly and easily. Here are other signs that your vehicle has an electrical problem.
Problems With the Lights
All of your vehicle’s lights require electricity in order to shine. The electrical system can malfunction by producing too much or too little electricity. If it is the former, the lights will be extremely bright. If it is the latter, the lights will be dimmer than normal. If you are having problems with your vehicle’s lights, drive to our shop so we can check the electrical system.
Problems With the Accessories
Your vehicle’s accessories also need electricity in order to function. For example, without electricity, you would be unable to adjust your power seat. Your navigation system would not work, and your entertainment system would not work. If you are having problems with any of your automobile’s power accessories, again, this points to an issue with the electrical system.
An Overheating Electrical System
We mentioned above that your lights will be overly bright if the electrical system is producing too much power. Specifically, it is the alternator that generates the voltage in the electrical system. If it is generating too much voltage, your electrical system may overheat. Consequently, you may smell burning rubber or burning wires coming from your automobile.
Surges that Blow Fuses
In addition to the burning smells, the electrical system may also start to blow the fuses in the fuse box. Sometimes, the alternator can malfunction and generate electricity that overloads the electrical system. Consequently, this will trip the fuses in the fuse box to avoid an electrical fire.
Battery Warning Light
Finally, your vehicle is equipped with a battery light on the dashboard to warn you of electrical problems. As such, this light will turn on if the electrical system is malfunctioning. This light covers problems with the electrical system as well as the battery and alternator.
Do not worry. We are here to help. We would be happy to address your vehicle’s electrical system problems, so call our shop to schedule a service appointment. Once we know what is wrong, we will fix it.
