Electrical problems are some of the most frustrating issues for any driver, as the source of the issue is difficult to pinpoint. Fortunately, your Chrysler dealer is here to help you. We can quickly and easily fix any possible fault in the electrical system. These are a few of the issues we can repair.
3 Electrical Problems You Should Always Fix at Your Chrysler Dealer
Battery Issues
The battery’s most important task is to supply the power used to start your engine. Its secondary function is to maintain your car’s electrical systems when the engine is switched off. Electricity is stored in the battery in the form of chemical energy. Over time, the battery chemicals will degrade, and the battery will fail naturally. This usually occurs within three to five years.
A battery can also be affected by other engine issues. The alternator is responsible for replenishing the power used by the battery. If your alternator is weak or damaged, it can’t fully recharge the battery, and the battery will weaken. Other issues like corroded battery clamps or wiring issues can cause battery problems. Our technicians are experts at diagnosing and repairing any battery-related situation.
Starter Issues
As we saw above, the battery supplies power to start your engine. When you push the start button, an electrical impulse is sent from the battery to the starter solenoid. This charge activates the solenoid, which then powers the starter. The starter then cranks your engine, and this mechanical process starts combustion, which then powers your car.
If you experience slow cranking or the engine won’t crank at all, you could have a starter problem. A starter can fail due to age, but it’s more common for the solenoid to wear out. A failed solenoid won’t pass the charge to the starter, and this prevents the engine from cranking. A start-related problem will cause the battery warning light to illuminate. We’ll examine your starter and the rest of the system and fix the problem.
Alternator Issues
The alternator is a mini electrical generator that supplies power to your Chrysler’s systems. It’s powered by the movement of the crankshaft as you drive. An alternator is a very rugged component with few moving parts, but even it can eventually wear out. A failing alternator produces less electricity than it previously did, and this supply will drop until the alternator fails.
A failing alternator will cause a variety of problems, from jammed systems, like heated seats that refuse to work, to dim headlights, to a dead battery. We can test your alternator, and replace it if it’s wearing out.
Electrical system problems can be quickly repaired by our technicians, especially if identified early. Contact our service department today at Tom O’Brien CDJR – Indianapolis in Indianapolis, IN.
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