Why does my defroster turn off the AC in my car?
The AC removes moisture from the incoming air in order to keep the windows clear from fogging up. There are temps where the AC won’t run, the pressure switches and sensors will take care of that and turn off the compressor if the system is in danger of icing up. BillRussell January 22, 2017, 6:17pm #4 not all cars…
Why does my battery light not come on when I start the car?
Excessive corrosion at the battery terminals can cause a low voltage condition which makes the starter turn slowly when trying to turn on your vehicle, but it will not illuminate the battery light if the alternator is charging properly once the car is started. Step 4: Secure the clamps on to the battery terminals.
When does the battery warning light come on?
May 25, 2016. The battery light or charging warning light, available on the dashboard of your car, indicates malfunctioning or poor charging of the battery. This light illuminates whenever the charging system does not charge the battery with a voltage above approximately 13.5 volts.
Why does the battery light come on when you lose power steering?
Typically the battery light comes on when the alternator is not providing electrical power to meet demands of the vehicle. That you lost power steering assist along with the battery light coming on, leads me to think the one common thing between them – the serpentine belt drive system – is at fault.
Why is the battery light coming on on my Honda Accord?
According to the manual, the battery light coming on only indicates that the battery is not being recharged so this would indicate a battery or alternator problem. Is it at all possible that the starter wiring or the starter relay could be causing a battery light to come on?
Excessive corrosion at the battery terminals can cause a low voltage condition which makes the starter turn slowly when trying to turn on your vehicle, but it will not illuminate the battery light if the alternator is charging properly once the car is started. Step 4: Secure the clamps on to the battery terminals.
What kind of alternator does Honda Accord use?
An offbrand reman alternator lasted two weeks before the battery light returned and it was putting out 11.9V. I then got the original OEM alternator rebuilt and so far so good.
May 25, 2016. The battery light or charging warning light, available on the dashboard of your car, indicates malfunctioning or poor charging of the battery. This light illuminates whenever the charging system does not charge the battery with a voltage above approximately 13.5 volts.