As a footnote my local garage Sandmill Mot Centre Limited hasn't charged me yet and told me to run the car for a week or two before paying for it. JavaScript is disabled. Market Place Loose or corroded battery cables and ground straps are a common cause of voltage-related problems. Remove the lower steering column shroud, and using a thin screwdriver, release the clips hold in the top shroud, and remove the shroud. What to watch out for: Frequent fuse blows. I've checked all the main things, Connections, Wiring, Wiring Plugs etc and all check out ok. A few times the fault has not shown and the stop/start works but the next time I start the car the fault has came back. Another source that can often provide insight and answers for hard-to-diagnose faults like intermittents is the International Automotive Technicians Network (www.iatn.net). My first idea would be a bad alternator. When you plug in a device (e.g., a power tool), the electricity takes the easiest path from the plug-in, to the tool, and back to the power source. C4 Coupe and Hatch (pre 2011) Problems? by petecarol Tue Sep 20, 2022 3:14 pm, Post ._1sDtEhccxFpHDn2RUhxmSq{font-family:Noto Sans,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:400;line-height:18px;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-ms-flex-flow:row nowrap;flex-flow:row nowrap}._1d4NeAxWOiy0JPz7aXRI64{color:var(--newCommunityTheme-metaText)}.icon._3tMM22A0evCEmrIk-8z4zO{margin:-2px 8px 0 0} They got the part the next day and replaced it under warranty, so thanks again for your help! The wrong part arrived from Luton (or was ordered) and the correct part is not in stock in UK. ._1aTW4bdYQHgSZJe7BF2-XV{display:-ms-grid;display:grid;-ms-grid-columns:auto auto 42px;grid-template-columns:auto auto 42px;column-gap:12px}._3b9utyKN3e_kzVZ5ngPqAu,._21RLQh5PvUhC6vOKoFeHUP{font-size:16px;font-weight:500;line-height:20px}._21RLQh5PvUhC6vOKoFeHUP:before{content:"";margin-right:4px;color:#46d160}._22W-auD0n8kTKDVe0vWuyK,._244EzVTQLL3kMNnB03VmxK{display:inline-block;word-break:break-word}._22W-auD0n8kTKDVe0vWuyK{font-weight:500}._22W-auD0n8kTKDVe0vWuyK,._244EzVTQLL3kMNnB03VmxK{font-size:12px;line-height:16px}._244EzVTQLL3kMNnB03VmxK{font-weight:400;color:var(--newCommunityTheme-metaText)}._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO{-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;margin-top:13px;margin-bottom:2px}._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO ._22W-auD0n8kTKDVe0vWuyK{font-size:12px;font-weight:400;line-height:16px;margin-right:4px;margin-left:4px;color:var(--newCommunityTheme-actionIcon)}._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO .je4sRPuSI6UPjZt_xGz8y{border-radius:4px;box-sizing:border-box;height:21px;width:21px}._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO .je4sRPuSI6UPjZt_xGz8y:nth-child(2),._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO .je4sRPuSI6UPjZt_xGz8y:nth-child(3){margin-left:-9px} This also explains why you can get the fault while driving and the car operates fine, until you stop, then it wont start again. But, for some components, there is a threshold voltage, below which it wont operate. The battery itself should be at least 70% charged and read 12.43 volts or higher (12.66 volts is fully charged). If you find a water leak or damp spots inside the vehicle, determine where the water is coming from and fix the leak. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. If something stops working after a vehicle has been driven a certain distance, or only when idling in traffic, or only on hot days, or only after a certain component has been on for a period if time, it usually indicates a heat-related electrical problem. applications are in 29 CFR 1926.417, Lockout and Tagging of Circuits. You can still drive the car but if you don't eventually change the tensioner your timing chain may stretch and may come off and cause the guides to fall apart. Intermittent electrical faults are the bane of the auto repair business. Please enable cookies on your browser and try again. ), then we . The car starts and drives well and all obvious external electrical equipment, lights, indicators, gauges, cameras etc all work fine. You will be redirected once the validation is complete. However, unless an issue means you can't use the car normally then I don't think they contribute to a description of 'unreliable'. A forum community dedicated for all Peugeot owners and enthusiasts. Thanks for the video, as it got in to looking. 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Mud packed into crevices where wiring is located can retain moisture and become a source of corrosion. Hopefully, this will solve the problem. REINVENTING SWITCHES. Specialist auto electricians. 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Dear customer, I am concerned that the fuses are right because normally the fuses are the ones that protect the electronic modules from burning and not generating major electrical faults, anyway i see that the battery you installed was a couple of months ago could It may be that the battery have faulty cells and under the warranty application Avoid water at all times when working with electricity. Please see attached photo of the fault codes. The installer may have tapped into another circuit to power the device. With dealer level diagnostic tools and diagrams to hand, we are confident we can identify and repair any electrical fault quickly and accurately. The call to Tesla service last week indicated the proximity faults were occurring, but the tech didn't know that meant. Engine Fault: Have the vehicle repaired. If an electrical fault occurs at certain speeds or when driving on rough roads, hitting bumps, etc., youre dealing with a vibration-induced intermittent. Inspect the wiring for loose connectors, unsupported wires, wires rubbing against sharp corners or edges, wire grommets that are missing, etc. If the battery is OK, your voltmeter should read within 0.4 volts (or less) of battery voltage at the circuit load point in any given circuit. But could be anything else as well. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! Peugeot 508) Parking brake fault: Have the vehicle repaired. At its most basic, a short circuit is a fault in . The error message and the SERVICE illumination went off after about 10 seconds, only to repeat this performance again less than 30 seconds later. Your ECM repair cost could likely be more than you want to spend on your car. 3,452. Rust, grease, vibration and/or careless repairs often restrict the circuit from the engine/body back to the battery. by Billmccan Mon Sep 12, 2022 8:26 am, Post You are using an out of date browser. @Thanks Moro. For instance, if the module failure affects the fuel injection or ignition system circuits, the vehicle will either run poorly or not run at all. Driveshaft problems can be spotted from the moment you put the vehicle in gear to pull it into a bay. Minimum threshold voltage is especially critical for such components as solenoids (which need a certain amount of voltage to overcome spring resistance), relays, timers, buzzers, horns, fuel injectors (which are solenoids, too) and most electronics (the ignition module, computer and radio). by Highlightuk Mon Sep 19, 2022 6:16 pm, Post One minute the fault appears, the next minute it vanishes into thin air. ._12xlue8dQ1odPw1J81FIGQ{display:inline-block;vertical-align:middle} After Diagox reading I am even more confused. to be honest I just want it fixed! An electrical circuit is a circular flow of energy from a home's electrical service panel and back again. A forum community dedicated for all Peugeot owners and enthusiasts. A relay can also be checked with an ohmmeter to see if the coil is within specifications, and the contact points provide continuity when the coil is energized. The fix, in most cases, is to repair, support or insulate the wires or connectors that are shaking or rubbing and causing the fault. .s5ap8yh1b4ZfwxvHizW3f{color:var(--newCommunityTheme-metaText);padding-top:5px}.s5ap8yh1b4ZfwxvHizW3f._19JhaP1slDQqu2XgT3vVS0{color:#ea0027} Interior and lights Forgot to mention, when you get a new unit the climate control system (HVAC) will be more aggressive in its use of the fan too! /*# sourceMappingURL=https://www.redditstatic.com/desktop2x/chunkCSS/TopicLinksContainer.3b33fc17a17cec1345d4_.css.map*/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeC1ayL3NlE, So the orange engine warning light came back on. Mechanic said it was because of the UK's switch to E10 fuel. 02-12-2021. online. If youve had no luck getting an intermittent problem to recur in the shop or by test-driving the vehicle, you may tell your customer to keep driving his vehicle until it happens again or until whatever is going wrong with it eventually fails completely. It's not unreasonable to see ECM repairs in excess of $1,500 or $2,000. With some components such as relays, the relay may not close reliably if the supply voltage is low. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. www.vehicleservicepros.com is using a security service for protection against online attacks. C4 Picasso and Grand C4 Picasso (B78) Ice and Satnav questions I suppose I should've thought about that since the car was purchased in 2016 but built in 2015 and had never had a battery replaced, so six years isnyt too bad, but boy was it expensive!! When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Breakers contain a heat-sensitive bimetal contact arm and contact points to open a circuit if it overloads. In traffic this goes on forever! Yes, P&L, correct, the charging units themselves are in the car. In some cases, it could just be a matter of cleaning or replacing the air pollen filter, but if that doesn't resolve the issue, then you will need a mechanic to check your electrics. Getting a vehicle maintained and monitored on a regular basis is the best way to prevent electrical failure before it happens. A test light, on the other hand, will glow when theres continuity, but the intensity of the bulb may vary depending on the amount of resistance in the circuit. Who is correct?, Technician A says the high-pressure injection system and the EGR system are examples of systems that have a major . In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Citron DS5, for which Citron has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. A jamming sticky relay can also cause this issue. 1.1 Vehicle Control System fault problem . ._3K2ydhts9_ES4s9UpcXqBi{display:block;padding:0 16px;width:100%} It goes off when I stop the car again for a few minutes. What could this mean? Could you, if its empty, can charge the battery? P0010 definition: Intake Camshaft Actuator Circuit Open/Short (Bank 1) Issue Severity: MODERATE - Extended driving with this code may cause internal engine damage. A new fuse may restore power temporarily but, unless the underlying cause of the circuit overload is found and corrected, the fuse wont last and will likely blow again. Sounds like the same issue I had with mine, had to replace the Supplies Protection and Management Unit. How to Recognize Electrical Issues in a Vehicle. This can save you the time of trying to disconnect and check each component individually. So to sum up, the fault is a cylinder position fault (and as it cant confirm you foot is on the clutch, it will not release the HB) but the fault appears as a handbrake fault on the dash. If the resistance is okay but the accessory still isn't working right, set the voltmeter to DC current (voltage). 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Check your relays. Either there is a fault in the circuit that feeds power to the part that isn't operating correctly, or in the circuitry that provides the part's ground path. I had this when my new battery fitted by my Vauxhall dealer decided to have an internal short and totally shut the car down. Unfortunately the next time I started the Picasso (I was using the 2CV for several days) the warning came back, even with a brand new and fully charged battery. When the error comes on, so does the engine fan - so that worksand yes there is coolant in the car, although the problem seems to be that when the engine gets hot the fan is not coming on or triggering the error as it does come on. Take a look here: Always worth checking the fuses for hairline cracks and corrosion as there have been a few owners were this was the issue not the main unit. Checked this morning. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Owning and maintaining a vehicle can be expensive ideally, you'll want to act proactively and set aside money in your emergency fund to cover unexpected repairs, but there are ways to cope, even if you haven't. Either way, when your car's electrical system acts up, get a diagnosis from a qualified mechanic right away. ET BrandEquity. Furthermore, this condition is normal and no repairs should be attempted unless a fault has been found. 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When the error message appears the fan then runs at high speed although low speed would work OK. This is a common electrical fault that can be very hard to repair yourself. The dealer has ordered it but the system is not showing any estimate of when it might arrive, in the meantime they managed to keep the spanner light off (or wore a pair of very dark sunglasses long enough for it to pass an MOT. Coupe and Hatch Pre 2011 Road Tests and Model Reports Vauxhall Grandland X 2018 68 1.2 Elite Nav in Moonstone Grey with Intelligrip Adaptive Traction System, Some weeks after my last post and I thought a little update might be called for. by Highlightuk Wed Aug 31, 2022 9:47 pm, Post ECM Repair Cost. 1973 - exterior outlets 1975 - bathroom outlets 1978 - garage outlets 1987 - any outlet within six feet of a kitchen sink 1987 - at least one basement outlet The second time my car came with a warning it was the catalytic converter that had broken. Another common CAN system used in vehicles is CAN medium speed Single wire. A faulty circuit breaker can also cause intermittent faults. Cars been idle all night and its a much cooler day. As vehicles age, diagnosing false activation with ABS and stability control systems has become more common. by Mikeflam Sat Apr 09, 2022 4:05 pm in Faults & Technical. After a few minutes driving, I get SERVICE beep in Dash screen and then beeping every 10s for "Engine fault : Have the vehicle repaired" message on touch screen. I think it is the engine heat having built up whilst out of the car. Electrical circuit fault light comes on when engine is started then it goes off after a few seconds and service light stays on can anyone help please . But most customers dont see that as a very good solution to their problem especially if an intermittent has been affecting the reliability or safety of their vehicle (things like hard starting, stalling, loss of power, lights going out, etc.). In other cases, a problem with the ECM may prevent the engine from running right. Its a persistent fault that can be isolated by a systematic process of elimination. A little fast it has broken, 4 years and 100,000km. To find the point of high resistance, use your voltmeter to do a voltage drop test at various points throughout the circuit. The car turned itself off? About a month ago during the really hot weather that we had the "Electrical Circuit fault" came back on the next morning I was going to take it to my local garage but found the fault gone then the next day it came back, cut a long story short I took it to the garage with the fault still on it and the mechanic again said that there was a lot of electrical faults coming up on the computers and it looked like the battery was giving up he fitted a Bosch battery and when he went to start the engine it would not start again he went through the fault list and done resets etc and got the car going but the Electrical Circuit Fault, spanner light and the bleeping when switching the car on are still there.Please can any one pin point the problem. peugeot 508, 2015, Clean all connections on battery and fuse board had same issue on a 508. Make sure theres no voltage in the circuit by disconnecting it from its power source, by pulling the fuse or by testing downstream from the circuit switch or relay. What could this mean? Beeping every 10s but the car seems okay throughout the short journey. Failure Mode #1: Open Circuit The simplest thing that can go wrong is that the circuit can be "open." That is, it doesn't have a closed path for the electricity to flow. Clean and tighten the battery cables and/or ground straps as needed. 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