Your vehicle's electrical system may be one of the most complex.
The vehicle electrical system has many parts and can be thought of as two segments the first of which includes:
- Headlights
- Fog lights
- Parking lights
- Turn Signals
- Fuses
- Instrument lighting
- Interior lights
- Stop lights
- Backup lights
Some of the things to be aware of in this system are dimming lights and rapid blinking signals. If you experience a rapid blinking turn signal, it usually means there is a fuse in the system blown or maybe a light burnt out somewhere.
The lights on your vehicle are all there for your safety as well as the safety of other drivers. If you have found that there is an issue or a repair needed and you can't fix it please don't hesitate to bring it to us and get it back in proper working order as soon as you can.
The second segment of the automobile's electrical system includes:
- Battery
- Starter
- Ignition coil
- Ignition module
- Spark plugs
- Spark plug wires
- Alternator
- Belts
This section of the electrical system involves more of the starting, running, and charging of your vehicle.
Your vehicle battery stores energy to turn your starter when you start your vehicle. From there the alternator produces electricity to recharge the battery from the start and to run all of the electrical components. The ignition module turns the low-voltage supply to the ignition coil on and off, and the coil produces the high voltage for the ignition system. This creates the spark at the spark plugs and ignites the fuel in the engine. That ignition then drives the belt that keeps the alternator turning and producing electricity for this cycle to continue.
One highly useful tip for vehicle owners is to pay attention to any dimming or flickering lights. This can be an early sign of electrical issues, such as a weak battery or a failing alternator12. If you notice your headlights or interior lights dimming or flickering, it's a good idea to have your vehicle's electrical system checked by a professional to prevent more serious problems down the road. We are the professionals and we'd be happy to help.
If you think you could be experiencing something going wrong with your electrical system, bring it in we'll diagnose it and get you fixed up as soon as possible.