So someone tryed stealing my car and every sience the check charge system light has come on. Is that due to the battery as well
Its a 2014 Honda accord 4dr ex-lnav someone tryed stealing it. Know the interface system Dont work and check charge system light keeps coming on. All dash lights are on
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hello there. It really depends on how they tried to steal your car. If they broke in and tried to "hot wire" your ignition system, this probably created an electrical issue; even if the ignition was replaced or repaired. It’s also possible that this problem is not related to that attempted robbery. The truth is that it’s very hard for us to guess on what might be causing this problem, due to the multiple variables. You might want to have a professional mobile mechanic come to your location and complete an electrical problems inspection.
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The charging system warning light comes on when there is a problem with the electrical charging system or when the igni- tion switch is turned on with the engine not running. If the light comes on while driving, stop and check to see if the alternator belt is loose or broken.
If the “Check Charge System” light turns on in your Honda Accord, take the vehicle to a mechanic as soon as possible. This light indicates a fault with the charging system, which could cause your vehicle to lose power suddenly.
The alternator belt is the connection that interfaces the crankshaft and alternator together. If your car`s alternator belt isn`t working properly, your car battery won`t get the charge it needs for your vehicle`s electrical parts. With that, your car battery light will frequently be on to indicate such an issue.
Don`t drive while the service battery system light is on. Your car could break down at any time if it needs a new battery, has a broken alternator, or has wiring problems.
How long can I drive my car with the battery light on? If your battery light stays on while you drive, you`ll have roughly 30-60 minutes to drive with your battery lights on before your car may start stalling.
If your car`s “check charging system” warning light is illuminated, it means that there is a problem with your vehicle`s starting/charging system, which is usually indicative of an issue with your alternator, accumulator, or the battery itself.
An effective method to determine whether it`s your battery or alternator that`s gone bad is to connect jumper cables from a running vehicle`s battery to yours. After a few moments, try starting your vehicle. Once it`s started, remove the jumper cables — if your engine stalls, your alternator has probably gone bad.
Most alternators will last between 80,000 and 150,000 miles — or about seven years. However, your driving habits and the area where you live could wear it out prematurely.
Charge the battery: when your “Check charging system” light turns on, the first thing you should do is charge the battery. Then, detach the battery. It is done by disconnecting any negative cables from the battery`s terminal.
In most cases, a set of sticking or worn alternator brushes, a broken field control wire, corroded battery cables or a bad connection at the alternator or battery will cause an intermittent low-state-of-charge problem.
Try Restarting Car If Issue Persists Follow these steps to troubleshoot the issue: If restarting your car doesn`t help, you may need a new USB cable or adapter for your vehicle. If still having trouble connecting your device, try resetting it by removing and reinserting the battery pack.
If your car`s “check charging system” warning light is illuminated, it means that there is a problem with your vehicle`s starting/charging system, which is usually indicative of an issue with your alternator, accumulator, or the battery itself.
If your car`s “check charging system” warning light is illuminated, it means that there is a problem with your vehicle`s starting/charging system, which is usually indicative of an issue with your alternator, accumulator, or the battery itself.
The check engine light is constantly on: Your vehicle`s onboard diagnostic system has determined something is wrong and needs to be fixed. Although your vehicle may seem to be operating fine, it`s best to bring it in for service as soon as possible to prevent additional issues.
The alternator for a 2014 Honda Accord models is tasked with providing enough constant power for your car`s electrical functions as well as recharging the battery. If the alternator output is insufficient, you could get stranded with a dead battery.
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So someone tryed stealing my car and every sience the check charge system light has come on. Is that due to the battery as well
ANSWER : Hello there. It really depends on how they tried to steal your car. If they broke in and tried to "hot wire" your ignition system, this probably created an electrical issue; even if the ignition was replaced or repaired. It’s also possible that this problem is not related to that attempted robbery. The truth is that it’s very hard for us to guess on what might be causing this problem, due to the multiple variables. You might want to have a professional mobile mechanic come to your location and complete an electrical problems inspection.
Charging warning light comes on when i turn the key and try to start the car and the car want start but when someone tried to give
ANSWER : Hi there:
If you recently replaced your battery, the issue may be caused by a malfunctioning alternator or other electrical component that comprises the charging system on your Nissan Sentra. The best way to find out which item specifically is faulty, is to have a professional mobile mechanic complete a car is hard to start inspection. This will allow the mechanic to determine the precise source of what’s going on with your Sentra and recommend or complete the right repairs.
Car won’t start. The check engine light, battery light, and oil change light are coming on. I tried jumping the car and nothing happened. Why won’t my car start?
ANSWER : Hi and thanks for contacting Your Mechanic. If sometimes your vehicle will start with the new alternator and sometimes it won’t, then there is a loose connection in your charging system. Check all of the wires to the alternator and to the battery. Make sure that the battery cables are clean and tight. Make sure that the wires to the starter are clean and tight. A loose ground to the ignition system will cause the vehicle to not crank over. Check all of the ground wires from the battery to the starter. Make sure that they are clean and tight. If you need further assistance troubleshooting your no start situation, then seek out a technician, such as one from Your Mechanic, that can assist you.
Battery and oil light come on when trying to start car, take keys out try again car starts no problem and lights go away
ANSWER : Of course, don’t switch gears without being fully stopped, unless your Owner’s Manual or the manufacturer has alternative advice. However, the gear shift issue has no relation to the no-start problem you are describing. Inasmuch as you only have 6,000 miles on the car, the "constant on and off" that you believe has occurred is meaningless in comparison to the expected total vehicle service life. That is, assume what you perceive as "constant on and off", during merely 6,000 miles, might be equivalent to using the car "normally" for three years. A new car should be trouble free for at least 5 years, unless there is a defect, so your "constant on and off" is not a causal factor for any fault on the vehicle. What you might have is a defect in the ignition switch, or perhaps the immobilizer system, but if the problem is not in the switch itself, clearly there is an electrical problem.
If your vehicle is under warranty, by law the dealer MUST repair the issue you are describing within a prescribed time frame and number of "attempts", otherwise the dealer will run afoul of Federal and state Lemon Laws that give you very specific rights, and recourse (contact an Attorney; we are Mechanics, NOT attorneys). Consequently, if the vehicle is still under warranty, to save yourself money do be sure to seek a resolution from the dealer. If the vehicle is not under warranty, obviously a certified Mechanic from YourMechanic could identify the electrical fault and resolve this for you. If you want to go that route, please simply request a no start diagnostic -electrical system and the responding certified mechanic will get this taken care of for you. If you have further questions or concerns, do not hesitate to re-contact YourMechanic as we are always here to help you.
in my car battery warning light appearing while driving.so I have replaced both battery and alternater still light is on
ANSWER : As you may yourself have seen, there are many reports of this fault with the Civic, that is a battery or alternator is replaced only to have the warning light fail to extinguish despite checking every conceivable electrical possibility. Your only recourse is to have a certified mechanic go through that exercise with your car and that involves first attempting to "re-set" the light. If the warning light returns, the alternator output has to be carefully measured both loaded and unloaded. All terminal connections have to be verified including all grounds. Fuses have to be checked for integrity (continuity) and the possibility of shorts, in for example dash wiring, has to be checked. To request this repair, simply request an electrical components diagnostic and the responding certified mechanic will seek a resolution to this.
Battery light came on went and bought a new battery battery light comes on about 1 minute after starting car.
ANSWER : The alternator on this vehicle is computer controlled and if the alternator is not communicating to the computer then it may default to a set charging rate that will show up as good when testing using standard methods. The computer and charging system needs to be tested using a scanner that is compatible that can check and test charging rates. You most likely do have a bad alternator on the car.
Car started to slow down and then the check engine light, battery, and engine oil light came on. What could cause this?
ANSWER : Hi there. It is possible that the battery cable came loose or the wires to the oil pressure sensor has came loose or failed. Check the battery cables and make sure that the terminals are tight and clean. Check the wires to the oil pressure sensor and make sure that they are connected and not broken. If everything looks good, then the oil pressure sensor may have failed. Plus, check the computer for codes and see what is stored. This will lead you to the part that could have failed. I recommend replacing the oil pressure sensor then checking to see if the lights will go out. If you need further assistance troubleshooting your vehicle, then seek out a technician, such as one from Your Mechanic, that can assist you with the warning lights that came on.
Low coolant light comes on when AC, defrost or heater is on, but only if the car is in gear and stopped, what’s wrong with my car?
ANSWER : First, you want to make sure your cooling system is full. Check the radiator not the coolant jug. And check it when it is cold. If it needs coolant, add some. Of course, I don’t feel this problem is an actual low coolant condition. I would expect to find an electrical failure in the instrument cluster or from a component or wiring harness that is connected to the instrument cluster.
As a technician, I have access to reports from technicians across the country. I could not find any reports of this problem, so diagnosing this will require an experienced tech as this is not a common problem. In addition, this happens at intermittent times making it difficult to recreate. The most challenging part of this diagnosis will be recreating the symptom. I suspect it has something to do with the brake switch circuitry because it only seems to happen when you have your foot on the brake. I would begin my diagnosis there with a wiring diagram and test light in hand. The brake switch, instrument cluster, and environmental controls all interact with each other. Something is crossed either because of a failed module or damaged wiring in a harness.
Aside from making sure the coolant is full, this will not likely leave you on the side of the road. If you take it in to be diagnosed, be prepared for them to spend more time than usual to figure it out. Since it isn’t a key problem, you may need to live with it until it completely fails making it much easier to diagnose. Either way, I do recommend having a certified mechanic diagnose the warning light to make sure there isn’t anything serious going on.
Good luck.
