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10-28-2012, 07:03 PM | #1 |
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ok seriously need help...
Tonight was a raining night. I drove to my local supermarket and get some food. I came out, started my car and I realized the rear deforester light is on (but i didn't turn it on), so i tried to push the button but the light wouldn't turn off. So I thought no big deal, I might just have to restart my car.
So I stopped, turn off my car and then start it back up. This time the gear shifter(AT) wouldn't shift down from P!! So I knew something is wrong with the car, but I had to get home so I took out the small cover to get access to the shift button, in order to get it shift to D. At this time, I also realized the passenger air bag(I had a passenger at that time) had no light, the red airbag warning light on the dash came on, the battery warning light came on(flickers rapidly). The fans also didn't work, although the console light works(it was night time). So I still insisted to drive back home, because it was late and dealership were closed I couldn't bring my car in for repair. I continued driving back home, only to realize the signal no longer works. I didn't turn on my headlights, cuz I wanted to preserve the battery. Oncoming cars were flashing me with their high beams, I had to turn on the hazard lights instead. Luckily I made it home, but the problem still not yet resolved. Anyone have any idea? I have a voltmeter in my headunit, and it was displaying 12.3V (+1/-1) when I was driving back home, so obviously the battery wasn't charging. At home, I used a multimeter to test the battery directly, is showing me 12.16V when the car is started. What I have done so far: Cleaning the battery terminal with paper towels, and make sure they are snug fit. What I have done before this occurs: Installing driver side heated seat What is the problem?? help! Last edited by caineroad; 10-28-2012 at 07:16 PM. |
10-28-2012, 08:07 PM | #2 |
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Check the 60A MAIN fuse, which is one of the two giant fuses built into the positive battery terminal assembly.
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10-28-2012, 09:06 PM | #3 |
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Thanks Scott,
I checked the fuse, doesn't seem like it is blown/melted below are some pics i took: http://i47.tinypic.com/syr2br.jpg http://i46.tinypic.com/6glu2t.jpg http://i45.tinypic.com/2pttils.jpg |
10-28-2012, 09:13 PM | #4 |
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time for a new alternator sounds like...
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10-28-2012, 09:17 PM | #5 |
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I changed the alternator in 2009 Winter, it goes bad so fast??
Is there a way to test alternator without going through the battery? I have a multimeter in hand. |
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Does the ECU automatically cut off the fan and gear shifter when it senses voltage is low and/or no charging occurring? |
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10-28-2012, 09:57 PM | #8 |
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I checked the fuses, ACC2 and 7.4A ALT-S are fine, but the gauge fuse is blown. I will get it replaced tomorrow, is this the culprit of not charging?
7.5A ALT-S http://i45.tinypic.com/2zqvs0j.jpg http://i47.tinypic.com/mli74.jpg http://i50.tinypic.com/2q0jek4.jpg http://i47.tinypic.com/5bs18z.jpg ACC2 7.5A http://i48.tinypic.com/1zm1hfo.jpg http://i47.tinypic.com/dddt6t.jpg Gauge 10A http://i47.tinypic.com/32zugbq.jpg --- edit: I read somewhere about this gauge 10A is connected to the ignition wire. When I installed the seat heater, I install the ON wire to the white ignition wire(pin 4 of connector 4F) behind the change box, instead of the one 'pink' (under the steering wheel). Not sure if that would make any difference. Is there anyway I can improve it so it does not blow next time? Last edited by caineroad; 10-28-2012 at 10:14 PM. |
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Actually i was following the DIY. Not sure if I am reading it right, english is not my first language. It says 'Ignition switched power connection: The white wire in pin 4 of connector 4F (the white wire on the lower right of the connector below).' So i just followed that. You are the best... so knowledgeable, thanks for helping and contributing to this forum! we love u! |
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10-28-2012, 10:59 PM | #12 |
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Who is the vendor for your heated kits?
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I personally like the cobraheat.com ones, as I have now used them on 3 vehicles. He bought some ebay ones.
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Best way to go as you know that I did as well. I have a couple buddies here now too that installed his motorcycle kits which they LOVE since it helps with fatigue during long duration rides.
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10-28-2012, 11:32 PM | #15 |
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http://www.ebay.ca/itm/180870408503?...#ht_606wt_1037
i bought it from here, i like the cobra one but i like the dial switch in this better, also has more adjustable level of heat. It comes with a relay already in this kit and is cheaper too. Heat up really fast. Can be considered. |
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10-29-2012, 12:56 AM | #17 |
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According to the manual i received,
ON wire - connect to ignition, 12V - 5amp circuit red wire - connect to accessory, 12V - 20amp circuit The way I connect the red wire to the spade terminal in the DIY, is it going to be ok? |
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You could connect the ON wire to the high current spade (along with the other red), but you would lose ignition switching for the seat heaters. You could add another relay, per my DIY, and do the ignition switching that way.
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