Replacement of body wiring harness
My brand new Sonic was rear ended on 11/15/16 @ 45-50 MPH. Car went into body shop by 11/17. New problem surfaced on Jan. 17th. Air bag icon went on and would not go out. Called repair shop as I felt might be accident. They diagnosed an electrical problem. A small part, the size of a nickel, needed replacing. Three days later the repair/body shop notified me that the emtire body wiring harness needed to be replaced. I need to know how this piece of equipment could be damaged in such an accident.
ALSO, this part cannot be had from any U. S. supplier (includimg GM manufacturer) at this t
ALSO, this part cannot be had from any U. S. supplier (includimg GM manufacturer) at this t
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It would be difficult to say if the shorted area of the harness was damaged in the accident. If it is in the area of the impact, it may be possible. If the bad part of the harness is located anywhere other than the impact area, then probably not. As for replacing the entire harness rather than repairing it, some manufacturers require replacing the entire wiring harness if there is ANY damage to the air bag wiring, even in the smallest, for safety and legal reasons. Some allow repairs within certain guidelines which also vary from make to make. As to why it will take so long to get the harness, it is not a commonly replaced part. They generally do not have replacement wiring harnesses on the shelf ready to send out. Typically, they have to be made specifically for your vehicle which can take some time. In some instances, they are made by hand.
If it was damaged in the accident, then the insurance company should be paying for the replacement. If the damage/defective area is not located anywhere near the impact area and the harness is intact, then you may have a case for it being replaced under warranty.
If it was damaged in the accident, then the insurance company should be paying for the replacement. If the damage/defective area is not located anywhere near the impact area and the harness is intact, then you may have a case for it being replaced under warranty.
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A common question asked of InterConnect Wiring is, “Can InterConnect repair or overhaul a wiring harnesses?” The short answer to this question is “Yes we can!” The long answer is that in many cases it is less expensive to produce a new wiring harness instead of repairing or overhauling an old one.
Look at the connectors and check for corrosion or other signs of damage. Examine the insulating wire wrapping for signs that it has cracked, dried out or warped. These are the kind of changes that can affect the performance of your wiring harness.
If the wiring harness in question is located in a tough-to-reach area, the technician may need to disassemble parts of the vehicle to gain access. In other words, installing a wiring harness could take as little as an hour, as long as 20 hours, or longer if complications arise.
Wiring harness is a crucial part present in the vehicle which, when it goes down, can cause a short circuit or even an open circuit which can be highly hazardous for the car and the nearby automobiles.
Driving with a broken or faulty wire harness can lead to many issues, including damage to parts of your car and the risk of getting into an accident while on the road, both of which will inevitably lead to you ending up spending more money than you would have otherwise.
Types of Wire Harnesses
Some of the most common include: PVC. Vinyl. Thermoplastic elastomer.
Turn on the switch powering the accessory and grab your multimeter. We`re about to check for voltage. Touch the multimeter`s negative lead to any good ground, and place the positive lead on the non-working vehicle accessory`s positive terminal or wire leading to it to see if there is voltage flowing to the accessory.
With a circuit connected to the harness amperage can be drawn but if there`s no where for the amperage to go the pins of the connector (while active) would not drain the battery. The reason the harness connects directly to the vehicle battery is to protect the vehicle as much as possible.
Wiring harnesses are designed to last for several years, although harsh conditions or unexpected events like accidents, exposure to temperature and weather extremes, and impact can cause them to no longer work as expected.
Grasp the webbing with your hands and bend the webbing, checking both sides. This creates surface tension making damaged fibers or cuts easier to see. Webbing damage may not show up through a sight (visual) inspection only – manual (touch) the lanyard is equally important.
Problem Description
The stress on the engine control wiring harness can cause breaks in the injector or sensor wires, which then causes driveability concerns such as poor fuel economy and engine misfires.
However, many high–end vehicles feature wiring harnesses with more than 12 circuits. Some come with 18 and others with 24. These extra circuits are important because the vehicles come with more electrical components.
While you can sometimes successfully repair minor electrical wiring issues, there are times when replacing your electrical wiring makes more sense. Here are some examples: Your Home Has Been Damaged by Fire or Water.
Wiring harnesses are designed to last for several years, although harsh conditions or unexpected events like accidents, exposure to temperature and weather extremes, and impact can cause them to no longer work as expected.
A wire harness is a specially designed system that keeps numerous wires or cables organized. It is a systematic and integrated arrangement of cables within an insulating material. The purpose of the wiring assembly is to transmit a signal or electrical power.
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I have a 2016 kia forte. A rodent ruined my wiring harnesses causing safety and operational issues. Kia says the harnesses have to
ANSWER : Hi there. The automotive manufacturer is 100% correct in their estimation about splicing a wiring harness. Today’s vehicles are 100% controlled and monitored by electrical and computer operated systems. These systems require a clear and unaltered wiring system that sends electrical signals from sensors and components to the ECU and back. Splicing or altering the wiring in any way is very unsafe and can disable several safety systems including air bags, anti-lock brakes and other systems.
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I need to know which body wiring harness goes to my truck- VIN lookup
ANSWER : My best recommendation would be to contact your local dealership. If you give them your year, make, model, vin, and a description of the wiring harness that you need, they should be able to give you some information in regards to the part number. Unfortunately, the dealership is about the only possible chance of tracking down this harness other than getting one from a junk yard.
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Replacement of body wiring harness
ANSWER : It would be difficult to say if the shorted area of the harness was damaged in the accident. If it is in the area of the impact, it may be possible. If the bad part of the harness is located anywhere other than the impact area, then probably not. As for replacing the entire harness rather than repairing it, some manufacturers require replacing the entire wiring harness if there is ANY damage to the air bag wiring, even in the smallest, for safety and legal reasons. Some allow repairs within certain guidelines which also vary from make to make. As to why it will take so long to get the harness, it is not a commonly replaced part. They generally do not have replacement wiring harnesses on the shelf ready to send out. Typically, they have to be made specifically for your vehicle which can take some time. In some instances, they are made by hand.
If it was damaged in the accident, then the insurance company should be paying for the replacement. If the damage/defective area is not located anywhere near the impact area and the harness is intact, then you may have a case for it being replaced under warranty.
If it was damaged in the accident, then the insurance company should be paying for the replacement. If the damage/defective area is not located anywhere near the impact area and the harness is intact, then you may have a case for it being replaced under warranty.
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How can I find the correct chassis wiring harness for my truck?
ANSWER : The harnesses are referred to in GM parts catalogs as "body wiring" and "rear lamp wiring". However, the correct wiring harness for your vehicle can only be found via a VIN number search in the catalog. It can’t be searched simply by "model" due to the large number of vehicle variants, for example RPO codes. There is no way to look up a harness part number without your VIN number so please send it. Unfortunately, many of the wiring harnesses, including many within the two "categories" you are inquiring about are discontinued by GM. Inasmuch as some are available it is still worth looking up and confirming whether you can get it or not, but you may be in a situation where you have to fabricate your own replacement harness which is not a big deal particularly if you have the old one available to use as a template. The biggest issue are the cable terminations but many of those may be standard and thus pigtails will be available. You could actually make a better (higher quality) harness than that originally used on the vehicle. Please let us know how we can assist you further.
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How much does it cost to replace the wiring harness on my truck?
ANSWER : Billing question sent to CS for the cost of replacing the wiring harness on a 2001 Dodge Dakota V8-4.7L.
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Throttle body replaced under warranty has a defect, now out of warranty.
ANSWER : Hi there:
Although we’re not lawyers and not permitted to provide legal advice, to my knowledge, State of California "lemon laws" apply to new vehicle purchases as opposed to replacement services; however, you might want to contact the California Bureau of Automotive Repair for specific guidelines. What I’d advise is to not continue taking your vehicle to a dealership if they are not going to cover the components under warranty. Instead have a professional mobile mechanic complete these repairs; or sell the Suzuki and purchase something a little more reliable; as fuel system issues are common with these vehicles.
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Car will crank but no start… Fuel pump not coming on. New pump, relay, etc. Will start when hot wire runs from pump wires to bat
ANSWER : There are a couple of approaches to take here – either start from the battery and work "towards" the fuel pump, fuse box, ignition switch, fuel pump relay, and wiring connections in between. Or, as you have done, start at the pump with 12v, and move backwards towards the battery. This will require a GM service manual, or wiring diagram at least, with connection locations as well.
I would recommend having a certified technician from YourMechanic diagnose this starting issue, get an accurate assessment of damage and cost estimate for repairs. YourMechanic.com can dispatch a mobile, professional mechanic to your location for this repair.
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All warning lights come on when rainy weather
ANSWER : Hello. This is a water intrusion problem. It sounds like when they installed the harness that something did not get sealed correctly. Most of the time, it is the wiring where it goes into the control module. They need to recheck this for you and repair it since they seemingly did not do it right the first time. If you would like a second opinion on this or do not feel comfortable taking this back to the dealer, a certified technician from YourMechanic can come to your car’s location to diagnose the electrical system and let you know what needs to be done.
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