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Why does 1999 passat 1.8T manual only cranks occasionally windows only work when engine starts headlights and horn are fine new battery I dont think its the ignition switch because all else comes on?
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Loose or corroded battery cables? Weak battery? Bad ignition switch?
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How come your battery dies when you use your headlights?
because the battery is the source of the power for the headlights. there could be an issue with the battery or the alternator can be failing.
Do headlights drain battery?
Yes, headlights drain battery power, but it is only major if you leave them on when you turn the car off, because the car might not start up after a bit.
Does a vehicle have an alternator and a starter?
Yes. The alternator is used to keep the battery charged, while using the headlights, radio, a/c, etc. The starter to me is misstated because it actually cranks the engine. The ignition system starts it, and keeps it running.
What causes the dashboard light to dim after turning on the headlights?
Because the power for your headlights is pulled from your battery. When the dashboard lights dim after turning on the headlights the dashboard lights aren't getting as much power as they were with the headlights off. With the motor running or off? The headlights draw a lot of current, but should not visibly affect other systems. There could be a problem with a worn out battery, an alternator that isn't charging correctly, or you have a bad earth between the battery and the chassis. Check the large cable connection between the battery (usually negative these days) and the bodywork, or between the engine block and the bodywork.
Why is your 1973 super beetle wont stay running after disconet the battery?
Because the ignition is powered directly from the battery. The Gen/Alt only feeds the battery.
Why are some car cigarette lighters non functional when the ignition is off?
Because they are not hooked up to a battery wire they are only hooked up with an ignition wire.
Why do your parking lights stay on when you turn ignition off on a 98 Ford Taurus?
The parking lights may stay on because the headlights have not been turned off completely. If the car is parked, the key is out of the ignition, and the headlights are turned all the way off, the issue is in your electrical system. It will need to be taken to a mechanic to be tracked down and repaired.
Why don't headlights go out when they are turned them off?
mainly because you lights are still drawing current from the battery. try opening all the holes in the battery and emptying the liquard out on the floor be dont get it on you. hope i helped
Why does 1999 Camry headlight stays on?
Because 99 model has automatic headlights, in order to turn it off you have to turn the headlight switcher off, and also remove keys from the ignition.
What causes your headlights to stay on even when the key is out of the ignition and the headlight switch is in the off position on a 99 dodge neon?
Your headlights might stay on even when the key is removed from the ignition and the switch is off because this is a safety feature in the 1999 Dodge Neon. You can use your vehicle's manual to find out how to turn off this feature if it bothers you. The lights should shut off after a few minutes.
Is there a chime for the headlights on a 94 Honda Del Sol?
AnswerNo, there is no chime, which sucks because i left my lights on and killed my battery.The '92 European version does have the chime, and as far as i know all European version have the chimeThere is a way to install a $3 relay under the dash that ties the "key still in ignition" beeper to the headlights. That is, when the headlights are on they activate the installed relay that activates the switch in the ignition keyswitch. The car thinks the key is still in the ignition and beeps when the door is opened. It is simple, elegant, takes a few minutes to install, and I have not killed a battery once since installing it. Search the Internet for the install instructions. Three wires. The relay coil goes from ground to a signal from the headlight switch. The switch contacts go from same ground to the appropriate wire of the ignition switch. Signals can be found using a schematic if you can't find instructions on the net. The relay is a 12V reed relay from The Shack.
Is there a 3 prong fuse for the cigarette light in a 2007 pt cruiser?
No, it is a normal two prong fuse. There are three holes in the fuse box because if you put the fuse to one side the outlet is battery powered and ignition powered on the other.No, it is a normal two prong fuse. There are three holes in the fuse box because if you put the fuse to one side the outlet is battery powered and ignition powered on the other.
