When you need this service
- The engine is hard to start or the starter does not turn.
- The battery goes flat overnight or after a few days parked.
- The charging light is on, the lights flicker or fuses keep blowing.
- A headlight, the radiator fan, an electric window or another device does not work.
What the work includes
- Checking the battery, alternator and starter motor.
- Finding a parasitic drain if the battery goes flat while the car is parked.
- Finding breaks, corrosion and short circuits in the wiring and connectors.
- Repairing lighting circuits, fans, electric windows and other equipment after the inspection.
Good to know
- Tell us when the fault appears: always or now and then, when cold or after a drive.
- If an alarm, a radio or a dashcam was fitted recently, tell the mechanic; it helps to find a drain.
- A fault that only appears sometimes takes longer to find, so book the inspection in advance.
What the cost depends on
The cost depends on the model, access to the part, the amount of work and the parts chosen. For an estimate, tell us the make, model, year and the job you need. The final scope of the repair is set after the inspection.
Frequently asked questions
Why does a new battery go flat?
The cause may be weak charging from the alternator, a parasitic drain through some device or poor contacts. In these cases a new battery will go flat too.
Can a fault that only appears sometimes be found?
Yes, but it usually takes longer. The more precisely you describe the conditions in which it appears, the faster it is found.
Are computer diagnostics needed?
On most modern cars, yes. Control units store faults for electrical circuits, which shortens the search.