Why does my light bulb not come on when I Turn on the switch?
Bill Lewis is a freelance writer and professional electrician with over 25 years experience. If a light bulb doesn’t come on when you turn on the switch, then there isn’t a complete circuit through the bulb.
Why do my lights keep flickering and blinking?
If the flickering is only in one light, first check to make sure the bulb is screwed in tightly. This may seem obvious, but bulbs can come loose over time and lose their connection with the socket. Try tightening the bulb.
What happens when parking brake warning light is on?
When both ABS and Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Lights are on, the brake system will not work normally and you may experience an unexpected and dangerous situation during sudden braking. In this case, avoid high speed driving and abrupt braking. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
What causes the low fuel level warning light to go on?
Driving with the Low Fuel Level warning light on or with the fuel level below “0 or E” can cause the engine to misfire and damage the catalytic converter (if equipped). Once you set the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop Button to the ON position.
Why do the dash lights dim when you turn on the head lights?
As you have already mentioned, the dash lights dim when we turn on the headlights so that the dash lights wouldn’t blind us at night, assuming that we turn on the head lights usually at night. But yes, turning on the head lights isn’t just an ‘only at night thing’, and the dimming of the dash lights can be quite inconvenient in the day light hours.
What to do when your dash lights go out?
Check tail light fuse. they may be out. When taillights go out, dash lights go with so you will know, and not be driving around without taillights and not know. The way it works, is in daylight, the dash lights are on all the time and are not adjustable, (unless you turn on headlights manually).
Why do the instrument lights dim when the lights are on?
If the headlights (not driving lights) are on, then the instrument lights are dimmed to avoid over brightness. But there is always a knob to adjust the brightness. You will find that you tend to use the lights in the daytime so seldom that this is no great issue, and the assumption is that you will adjust them to the level you want when you want.
Why does my dashboard light go out when I Turn on the radio?
When Day Running lights are on, dashboard lights work fine. When they auto switch to headlights, dashboard (including radio) go out. Local mechanic says he can’t fix, but probably dealer can. Check for ground And Check switch with olms meter