About the main electric systems of the car. Consider a different tag for radios and other such systems.
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How will a hybrid electric vehicle electric drive perform in severe frost?
Every description of hybrid electric vehicles goes to lengths explaining how good it is that an electric motor can be used in cases where the internal combustion engine is not very efficient and thus ...
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What's the correct fusing for a headlight relay?
Summary of the situation:
I have a 1975 Ford truck that suffered from the "Ford flashing headlight problem".
The factory wiring uses 18ga wires over a very long path and through an under-rated ...
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Safe resistance between alternator and battery?
I am trying to figure out which awg of wire I need to get for my new, 160 amp, alternator. I found this chart which shows the resistivity/length of different wire gauges. Chances are that I will not ...
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How do you test relays?
I have a Pontiac Grand Am. After getting a hose replaced, I noticed that my fans don't come on now. I checked the fuses and cooling fan #2's fuse is burnt out, which (I think) should be for AC only. ...
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Left blinker quirky when braking
This is a bit of a strange problem but the left turn signal on my '98 Saturn SW2 is acting a bit funny. When braking the blinker will either simply not work or work very slowly. When not braking it ...
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Electrical problems due using battery charger as a jump starter
I have a 2003 honda civic, and the car battery went dead on me. I didn't have a jumper cable with me, but I had a car battery charger. So, I hooked it up to the battery and tried starting the car. ...
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What is wrong with my 99 gsxr 600 when my regulator keeps burning out?
I recently had my clutch replaced and a new battery put in. Within a month my regulator/rectifier burnt out of it. So, I purchased a new one. After 2 weeks that one burned out also. I replaced the ...
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Flaky turn signal
I'm working on a 1998 Ford Contour with a right rear turn signal that is acting up. The indicator on the dash and the right front turn signal are quick flashing while the right rear signal/bulb is on ...
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Horn / hooter works when car is off, not when car is on?
I have a (South African) Opel (Chev? Vauxhall?) Corsa bakkie (ute?). But I think this is more a general question than specific to this type of car. However, this model I own does not have many onboard ...
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Can I disable antitheft (PATS) on 03 Mustang?
Just bought an 03 Mustang from an auction and took it on a trip. The anti-theft system kicked in and I had to disconnect/reconnect the battery to get it working again. That worked a few times and I ...
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Mazda Air Mass Meter - where can I buy one?
I have a 1993 Mazda 323 estate (GLXI 1.6l petrol).
It's not been terribly reliable and has suffered from inconsistent idle - sometimes idling fast (~1500 rpm) and sometimes erratically and sometimes ...
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Car stereo lights dim/flicker
thank you for taking the time to read this. Last year I installed a car stereo head unit in my car. I did the installation myself rather than having it done professionally. I am no expert in that ...
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Motorcycle battery - correct voltage running and stopped?
Hopefully a pretty straight forward one: I've been having trouble starting my bike. I checked the voltage on the battery when it was idling and got 12.9. Is this too low?
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Honda Unicorn Electricals Problem due to water
I am using Honda CB Unicorn 150cc.
Last day I had to ride my bike through water, after which none of the electricals were working. Only Head lamp will work while the engine is on. After when I ...
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Blower resistor blowing on '02 Chrysler Voyager
We've got a 2002 Chrysler Voyager with something of an odd problem. The blower resistor likes to burn out. It's easy to replace, but after doing so, our vent speeds go out one by one, until all we ...
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Tail light is intermittently out on Dodge Caravan
I have a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. A couple of days ago, the right turn signal started flashing rapidly when turned on to indicate a burned out bulb. I checked and found the right tail light was ...
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98 Grand Cherokee drains battery
The battery would go dead after sitting for a day. I checked battery and found a bad cell with a hydrometer. Replaced the battery and the problem remained. I hooked my meter between the positive post ...
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Why doesn't homelink plus programming work as described in the manual?
I'm trying to program my 2007 Prius to open my garage door. I succeeded doing this for my 2006 Highlander with no problems. However, for the prius, I cannot get the car to work as described in the ...
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Reset Service Light 2009 1.6 Diesel Alfa Romeo Mito
Can anyone please advise me how to reset the service light on my 1.6 Diesel Alfa Mito?
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What may be wrong with my central locking?
My Skoda Felicia from 1998 has central locking (not remotely) which has problems. The doors can be unlocked through central locking from the front doors. However, the driver's side door only unlocks ...
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Can I add an MFD to my VW Polo?
I have a 2004 Polo 9N, very basic (even has wind-up windows!) and was wondering if I could retrofit the MFD that the higher-spec models have?
Thanks,
Gareth
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Does anyone know of a commonly available DPDT or DPST relay? (For use as replacement starter relay)
I have a car (1971 Jaguar E-Type 6 cylinder) with a bad starter relay. The original relay is not available, and all of the specialty parts suppliers sell a generic replacement relay.
I'd like to ...
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Cruise Control and Brake Lights not Working
I recently fixed a problem where the cruise control and brake lights stopped working at the same time in my 2006 GMC Canyon. The question is not how to fix this, but how it broke to begin with.
I ...
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Using an iPod / iPhone in a 2005 BMW 525i Sedan
I just purchased a BMW 525i (2005 model, automatic) and was wondering if this model supports an adapter like later models for an auxiliary or iPod cable integration? I did some Googling and found some ...
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97 Ford Explorer battery going dead
On Friday, my girlfriend's '97 Ford Explorer v6 lost electrical while driving. We were able to get it going again with a jump start. Lost electricity (lights / gauges) while driving, but were able to ...
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reverse lights always on
I have an older 1993 Mitsubishi Triton ute. The issue is that the reverse lights are always on while the car is running regardless of gear position. The gearbox works, that is to say that the car ...
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Concealing a radar detector [closed]
I've seen some guides online for hard-wiring a radar detector into the electrical system of the car via the moon-roof line or similar. But what about concealing the detector itself.
I'd like to ...
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Where is the Wiper Relay/Control Module located on a 1994-1998 Ford Mustang???
I am trying to repair my wipers, there is no voltage in the wires that connects to the wiper motor. I checked the fuses and current is passing through them, so they are ok. I think the Wiper Relay ...
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Peugeot 307 CC with power folding mirrors - Replacing Passenger side window motor
I have a 2006 peugeot 307 CC. My front passenger side window motor works now and then, but grinds, and only goes up in 1" stages. Also, the roof only opens part way, then stops. I have had an auto ...
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Mercedes Atego OBD2 live data codes
I have tried to connect an OBD2 ELM327 adapter in Mercedes Atego.
Somehow I managed to get it in that OBD2 connector. I can see that my adapter is receiving electricity. These are the PID's that I ...
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How do I fix an immobilizer problem on a 2006 Kia Sedona?
How do I fix a problem with my immobilizer? This is a follow up to this question: 2006 Kia Sedona intermittently not starting
What parts (if any) do I need? What would be the best way to go about the ...
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1996 Chevy Tahoe Won't Start
My Tahoe won't turn over. There are no clicking sounds. Lights will turn on. Nothing happens when I turn the key.
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My car stereo does not save radio station presets
I have a 2005 Honda Accord with original radio. The problem is that it doesn’t save any radio station presets. Well, sometimes it does, it seems like when the engine is hot and I program the stations ...
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1994 Tracker Emergency Brake
I have a problem with the emergency light ((!)) staying on, just started 2 days ago when I went over a speed bump, Brake fluid is full, I topped it up a month ago, the gas task was close to empty so I ...
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Sound system volume fades in/out erratically
I recently got a 2006 Mercedes e350, passed it's Mercedes certified check up a week ago so it's electrical should all be in working order.
The last couple days I noticed the volume of the sound ...
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'97 dodge grand caravan won't start - sometimes
intermitent won't start problem. Might start when I turn key a couple extra times or a 1000 times, til my fingers are sore. Sometimes I have to leave it and come back later, but sometimes I'm a ways ...
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Connector for driver's side seat belt cable in KIA Soul
Make: KIA
Model: Soul+
Year: 2012
There is a cable that runs from the dash, under the seat, to the driver's side seat belt buckle. Underneath the seat, there is an obscure wire-to-wire molex ...
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What is you recommendation for a car antenna?
I recently bought a used car and it did not come with an antenna. There is a cap where one should be and a wire runs up to it.
personlly I would like a short one (6" or less).
What antenna would you ...
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'99 Audi A4 seat belt warning sign
I've had this seat belt warning light on my dash for a few weeks now. My dealer says the wiring to my driver seat is gone and replacing it could cost close to 800 USD. Is there a better option?
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Rear motorized hatch in 2005 Nissan Armada will not open
My 2005 Nissan Armada rear hatch has opened unexpectedly (while parked) several times in the past few weeks. Now the rear hatch will not open with either the key fob or via the interior hatch button. ...
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Access OnStar Wires on 2012 Equinox
I've got a 2012 Equinox that I want to attach an inviscord to the Onstar wires, but I am not sure how to access the wires. There is a wide black plastic cover where the rear view mirror attaches to ...
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Kawasaki 4s Champion electrical wiring diagram
I have a 97 model Kawasaki 4s champion (100cc 4 stroke) . It is not in good condition except its engine. Now I need change wiring of my bike and I am looking for its electrical wiring diagram. I have ...
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Honda Stereo Not Working - How to Troubleshoot?
I have a Honda Odyssey 2004 V6 with the optional DVD package. Recently, the stereo went out and won't turn on. We thought it may be the fuse at first, but the fuse says "INTR LIGHTS STEREO" and the ...
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What factors are important when buying a car camera? [closed]
I want to buy a forward-looking camera that starts automatically with the ignition and then just records the traffic while I drive. This would be useful as evidence in case there is an accident.
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How do you locate a battery drain? [duplicate]
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Battery drains by itself when vehicle is parked (parasitic draw)
Something is leaching current from my battery. Leaving it parked for a few days results in the battery ...
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