Electrical Auto Systems Overview The electrical auto systems in a motor vehicle are ones that provide the electrical energy to crank the engine for starting, recharge the battery after cranking, create the high-voltage sparks to fire the compressed air-fuel charges, and power the headlamps, light bulbs, and electrical auto accessories. Electrical auto systems include the battery, wiring, lights and lighting systems, wiper system, starting motor … [Read more...]

Question 1 Can my car’s fuel economy be affected by a flat (discharged) battery? Vehicle Electricians Answer: YES When a car’s battery becomes flat, the car’s alternator will work to recharge the battery and during this process there will be added load on the engine. With added load on the engine there will be more fuel consumed. Question 2 If I’m not going to use the car for while or I’m going on holidays, should I disconnect my battery … [Read more...]

Automotive Electricians install, maintain, diagnose faults and repair electrical wiring and computer based equipment in cars, trucks, caravans, trailers, earthmoving and agricultural equipment and boats. Specifically, they diagnose, service and repair faults on electronically controlled vehicle systems such as electronic fuel injection and ignition, anti-lock braking, cruise control and automatic transmissions. In addition, they test, replace, … [Read more...]