Auto Electrical FAQ's'

Q. Why are all my warning lights on?
A. Most likely alternator fault.

Q. My windows are not going up and down, what is causing this?
A. A blown fuse or faulty switches.

Q. My air conditioning has failed-what does it need?
A. Safety cut-out device may have shut down owing to incorrect gas levels. Needs to be checked by qualified tradesperson.

Q. Why are my indicators flashing fast?
A. Usually a blown bulb.

Q. My headlights are not working-what could it be?
A. Could be a switch, bulbs or fuses.

Q. My car won't start and all I get is a click. What could be the problem?
A. Faulty battery (flat)or starter motor.

Q. When I was driving down the road at night my lights were going dull and then my car died. Why?
A. Alternator is not charging.

Q. Only one of my windows work, what could be the problem?
A. Faulty switch or motor.

Q. Everytime I hook up my trailer my park lights go out, why?
A. Incorrectly wired trailer plug or short in trailer.

Q. One of my headlights won't work on low beam, why?
A. Could be a blown bulbs,switch,or fuses.

Q. My clock and radio, and interior light won't go, why?
A. Possible blown fuse.

Q. The lights on my vehicle work, but when I hook up my trailer, I don't have any trailer lights. What could be the problem?
A. Incorrectly wired trailer plug.

Q. How long is a battery expected to last?
A. Depending on quality and maintenance, 2 1/2 to 4 years.

Q. I have only got one brake light working? Why?
A. Blown bulb or poor connections.