Common questions

Why do car windows roll down all the time?

Why do car windows roll down all the time?

…reprogrammed the windows so that they will automatically go all the way back up with out having to hold the window button up the entire time. Have you tried un-doing this? I have no idea what’s causing it, but if I had that problem to aid in the diagnosis I’d want to know when the windows rolled down by themselves.

Why does my car run but the lights don’t work?

by Si Kingston. If the lights in your car are working, but the car still won’t turn over or start, there could be a variety of reasons why. Since lights in the car are powered by the battery, we can eliminate the battery as the source of the problem. It is likely to be a problem with spark or fuel.

What to do if your car window goes down?

What if you took one of those aa-cell battery operated wall clocks out to the garage, tied a string around the battery, and taped the string to the car window configured in a way so if the window went down it would pull the battery out of the clock. Then you’d know what time it happened.

What causes your car headlights to not turn off?

Some of the issues that can cause car headlights not to turn off include problems with a: 1 Headlight switch 2 Multifunction switch 3 Daytime running light module 4 Light sensor 5 Relay 6 Grounded wire More …

Why does my car window not roll up?

Here’s what to look for. When you’re cranking the window handle and the window doesn’t roll up or down, either the crank gears are worn out or the regulator is off its track. Crank gears are sometimes made of plastic that can wear down from repeated use. Or, perhaps, the regulator arm is not aligned in its lower track.

Why do the lights on my car stop working?

Headlights, your car radio, and most of the electronics in your car draw very little amperage, while a starter can dump a 300+ amp drain on the battery all at once. In fact, you can also run into a situation where the lights will work, but the radio will stop working due to the dead battery, and other even stranger combinations.

What happens when your car shuts off while driving?

If your car suddenly stops running, the alternator may have gone bad. A faulty alternator will cut the power supply to vital car components, and you will notice the lights turning off in the dash or the engine abruptly losing power. Mostly if your alternator is going bad, you will experience a red battery light on your dashboard now and then.

What should I do if my car window won’t go up?

Spray silicone lube into the guides, and raise and lower the window a few times. Window regulators are often out of sight and out of mind until they experience issues. With a little patience and elbow grease, you can get things back on track. Have any advice on stubborn windows?

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Ruth Doyle