Shamaley GMC can show you what what it means when your car lights are flickering.
If you see your car lights dimming while driving, it’s probably going to be from a dying battery. In the case when it’s not the battery, there are other trouble spots that may be responsible for the issue. Whether it’s your car battery or something else, you should get the problem repaired ASAP. When your car lights aren’t working properly, you could become a danger to yourself and other drivers.
Flickering lights can occur in three places:
Because the battery is the most convenient item to replace, this is where a technician will look first. If you think the battery is dying, bring it here so we can diagnose the problem and get the specific OEM parts for your car. While there are cases caused by a bad battery, there are other culprits to consider.
If the battery is not the reason for your flickering car lights, it might be a dying bulb. Light bulbs are an easy fix and present an opportunity to upgrade to new LED bulbs.
If your car has a bad fuse, you might be dealing with a bigger problem than you had originally anticipated. A fuse dies when there is excess electricity flowing through it. For example, if your anti-lock brakes are installed with a 10amp fuse, and the brake system gets over 10amps of electrical current, the fuse will fail. In this situation, a blown fuse would cause your anti-lock brakes to fail. If there’s a fuse that continues to fail, bring it in and we’ll thoroughly diagnose the larger, potentially more dangerous problem.
Lights flickering on your dashboard can also be signs that your alternator is dying. Consider this, you use battery power to start your vehicle, but to keep your vehicle running, the power comes from the alternator. If you own an older vehicle with halogen headlights, you may notice them get dimmer with a dying alternator. On new cars with LED or HID lights, they may flicker or just stop working altogether.
A dying light switch, either the headlight switch knob or the interior dimmer, should be checked out when you have flickering lights on the car. In some situations, just replacing a worn-out switch might solve the flickering light issue, especially in older cars or vehicles with excessive wear. If your car is new, it could be a sign of a bigger problem with the electrical system.
Understanding these concerns can be overwhelming, so if you are experiencing any problems with flickering lights on your car, bring it in immediately. Our knowledgeable technicians will thoroughly diagnose the problem and provide you with options for fixing your flickering lights.
Shamaley GMC is an ideal place to get vehicle service in the El Paso area. We happily service all vehicle makes and models. One of our factory-trained technicians will inspect your car or truck to determine if there are any needed repairs and will suggest the best resolution for you and your vehicle. Schedule your truck or SUV service online or in person today.
