Electrical System

Trusted Auto Repair From Clearwater Radiator

Some of the most important parts of a vehicle rely on the electrical system. Vehicles today are made up of a network of sensors, wires, and computers all working together. Stopping this communication at any point can affect many different parts of the vehicle.

How We Approach Electrical Issues

These systems are more complicated than ever, but they’re more reliable too, and easier to diagnose and repair. Here at Clearwater Radiator, we have trusted diagnostic tools. Along with our experienced technician's expert knowledge in repairing these issues.

We know your car’s electrical components and can diagnose problems quickly and effectively. This means we don't waste time on guesswork saving you both time and money.

Electrical System Issues:

 

   Difficulty Shifting Gears
  Grinding Noises
   Hesitation When Accelerating
   Slipping In & Out Of Gears

 

Think You Might Be Having Electrical Issues?

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FAQ

If you are experiencing issues when starting your car, then the problem may be with the starter relay. Many things can damage the starter relay causing it to fail when it sends power to the starter. It’s important to have your electrical system checked out to determine the issue.
If your car battery is holding a charge when tested, and you’ve ruled out a short, the culprit is likely the alternator.
The life of your battery is most commonly affected by temperatures. Even how far you drive can affect it. Driving short trips won’t allow your car’s battery to fully recharge, shortening its life. High temperatures also affect the alternator, and in general all electrical equipment.
If when starting your car you don’t hear anything, the problem could be your starter or a locked-up engine. If you do hear a strange noise, but the engine isn’t starting, it could literally be due to thousands of reasons. Come by Clearwater Radiator and have us take a look.
Typically the life of a car battery is three to five years, but other things can influence this depending on the way you drive, the weather and other factors.