"Toby F., Manager" (itsmefromhr)
04/16/2019 at 21:35 • Filed to: None
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"Toby F., Manager" (itsmefromhr)
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Update: cleaned and tightened terminals and battery strap. I’m hoping it resolves the issue. The commute home was thankfully uneventful.
This morning, on the way to work, my car tried to die(?) three times while I was on the highway. Headlights and radio were on. The first symptom I noticed was the radio cutting out momentarily (in total it happened 3 separate ttimes where the music stopped and the screen went blank). The next time it happened, I noticed my speedometer dance from zero to the speed I was going, as well as the abs light coming on. After each occurance, the accessories all turned back on within a few seconds of shutting off, and I never stalled.
This is the first time I’ve experienced the issue. And the only thing I can think of is that it may be a faulty alternator (it was replaced three weeks ago). Any ideas on what the issue may be?
I did buy gas this morning, and it seems to run normal. Turning off and on as soon as I got to work did not replicate the issue.
diplodicus forgot his password
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 15:50 |
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Check that your battery cables are tight.
BeaterGT
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 15:51 |
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Hmm I would guess alternator. Have you checked your battery and connections?
RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 15:52 |
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Check your battery
connections. Failing that, maybe the alternator. Definitely sounds electrical of the “power system not working right somehow” kind.
E90M3
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 15:55 |
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I’ve had cars die at idle, but never like that. Like others, I would suggest you look at both the battery and alternator .
TheRealBicycleBuck
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 15:58 |
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While you’re checking cables, be sure to check the ground. Ground straps can corrode and break and that will cause those kinds of symptoms.
Nick- Professional Car Destroyer
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 16:00 |
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What kind of car?
gettingoldercarguy
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 16:07 |
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Alternator just replaced? Electrical problems popping up? I think you found your problem.
BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind
> TheRealBicycleBuck
04/16/2019 at 16:12 |
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This ^
Shamoononon drives like a farmer
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 19:10 |
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My friend had this type of thing happen, needed a new battery.
gmporschenut also a fan of hondas
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 20:01 |
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In addition to testing the battery, battery positive and ground cables, alternator, I would expand on therealBicycleBuck and check your engine/ transmission ground strap. Often a braided cable. Also I would check your fuses just to make sure. Was the battey fully charged before leaving?
Nibby
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 21:51 |
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what car? also check your blinker fluid
Spamfeller Loves Nazi Clicks
> Toby F., Manager
04/16/2019 at 22:31 |
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Year, make, model please.