Is Your Kia Having Electrical Problems? Visit Your Fayetteville Dealership Today

Most electrical problems are caused by worn parts. As time passes, components will slow down with age, wires will fray, and problems will develop. Regular servicing is the key to reducing the potential for problems, as our highly-trained technicians can identify and repair issues during the service. These are a few of the problems your Kia dealer can fix for you.

Electrical Problems? Visit Your Kia Dealer Today

Old Alternator

The most important part of your car’s electrical system is the alternator. It’s a relatively simple component with few parts, but it’s responsible for generating all the electrical power for your car. The power it generates sustains every system from the door locks to your car’s computer. The alternator’s secondary function is to maintain the battery at full capacity.

An old alternator will struggle to perform its role. Worn parts work more slowly, and the alternator’s slower operation reduces the power available for your car’s systems. The reduced power supply will become evident in issues like a weakening battery, random electrical faults, and even stalling. We may be able to repair the alternator depending on the problem. If we can’t repair it, we can install a new alternator for you.

Burning Wiring

Heat, dirt, and movement are factors that can affect electrical wiring, and these are all present in a car’s engine. The wiring is protected against its environment by tough rubber and plastic insulation, and the wiring is carefully secured to reduce movement. Unfortunately, the wiring will eventually fail due to age and the transmission of electricity over a long period.

Older wiring can become more prone to breaking. A broken wire cuts off power to one or more systems that depend on it. The alternator will continue to send electricity into the broken wire, which causes the wire to heat up. If the wire gets hot enough, it can set its protective insulation alight. Burning insulation produces a foul, acrid smell and is toxic. We can fix this problem by testing the wiring and replacing any worn or damaged sections we find.

Check Battery Light

The battery-shaped light on your dash illuminates in response to any problem in the electrical system. It can be triggered for a variety of reasons, including an underperforming alternator, a failing battery, or blown fuses. A problem with the electrical system will get worse if it’s not repaired, and this can lead to greater damage and a more extensive repair.

If your check battery light illuminates, we advise calling our service department immediately. Our technicians can rapidly trace the source of a problem and repair it. Repairing a problem when it first appears is the best way to prevent any additional damage.

If you’re experiencing any problems with your car’s electrical systems, call us today at Crain Kia of Fayetteville.

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