Why Are My Vehicle Lights Flickering
Audi El Paso can help you identify why your vehicle lights are flickering.
If you notice your lights dimming while driving, it's probably because of a battery that's failing. If the battery is normal, there are other common trouble areas that may be causing the issue. Whether it's your car battery or something else, it is imperative that you have the problem repaired as quickly as possible. If your lights aren't working correctly, you may become a hazard to yourself and other drivers. Dimming car lights can occur in 3 areas:
- Dashboard lights
- Interior overhead lights
- Headlights
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Bad bulbs or fuses
If your vehicle battery isn't the cause of your flickering car lights, it could be a bad bulb. Dead bulbs are an easy and quick fix and present an opportunity to upgrade to new LED bulbs. If your car has a blown fuse, you might be looking at a bigger problem as fuses are a safety feature. A fuse dies when there is excess electrical current flowing through it. As an example, if your anti-lock brakes are installed with a 10amp fuse, and the fuse gets more than 10amps of electricity, the fuse would fail. In this situation, your anti-lock brakes could fail due to the blown fuse. If there is a fuse that consistently fails, bring your car in and we'll thoroughly diagnose the bigger, potentially more dangerous issue.
Alternator
Flickering lights could also be signs your alternator is going to die. Consider this, you have battery power to start your car, but to keep your vehicle running, the power is supplied by your alternator. If you drive an older car with halogen headlights, you may notice them gradually get dimmer with a failing alternator. For newer cars equipped with HID or LED lighting, they may flicker or just stop functioning altogether.
Headlight switch going bad
A bad light switch, whether it's the interior dimmer or the headlight switch knob, also needs to be checked out if you have flickering car lights. In some rare situations, replacing a worn switch may solve the issue, especially in vehicles with excessive wear or older vehicles. If your car is newer, there's a chance it could be symptoms of a bigger issue with the electrical system. Understanding these problems can feel overwhelming, so if you are experiencing any problems with the lights flickering on your car, bring it to us immediately. Our knowledgeable technicians will thoroughly diagnose the problem and give you options for fixing your flickering car lights.
Schedule Audi Service In El Paso
Audi El Paso is an ideal place to get vehicle service in the El Paso area. We happily service all vehicle makes and models. One of our factory-trained technicians will inspect your car or truck to determine if there are any needed repairs and will suggest the best resolution for you and your vehicle. Schedule your luxury car or SUV service online or in person today.
