Electrical Fault Diagnosis Darlington

Sensors
Electronically controlled sensors for air flow, temperature and oxygen tested and replaced
Electrical Components Replaced Darlington
Alternators, starter motors, relays, wiper motors and most electrical components supplied and fitted Darlington
Darlington Fault code reading and diagnostics
Electrical faults investigated and repaired in the Darlington area

Alternators Darlington

Starter Motor Darlington
When the ignition system is initiated; an electrical signal switches a relay-solenoid to send power to the starter motor - The starter motor then engages the drive gear to turn and start your engine
Relays Darlington
Relays are electric switches that typically use a small current or voltage in one circuit to close a switch that allows a much larger current to flow in a second circuit
Battery Warning Light
Once your car has been started; if the battery warning light remains on then there could be a problem with the alternator-charging system or the battery itself
Power Train Control Module (PCM) & Electronic Control Unit
The engine management system will take control of regulating the output voltage from the alternator by switching the field current on and off with millisecond precision
Darlington Alternator Repairs
Alternators generate an alternating curent (AC) rather than the direct current (DC) used by automotive electrical systems; in order to convert AC to DC an array of diodes and rectifiers take the negative part of the voltge and invert it: A voltage regulator then maintains the 13 to 15 Volt power ouput needed to charge the battery nd run the autoelectrical systems
Car Won't Start
Most ignition problems are caused by battery failure or poor connection: Other causes include starter motor,fuse or relay failure
Belt Drive
Most alternators are belt driven from the engine and require minimal maintenance other than changing the drive belt at the appropriate service interval

Engine Won't Turn Over

• Poor electrical Contact
• Engine seized
• Faulty ignition switch
• Dead or Flat Battery

Engine Turns Over but Won't Start

• Immobiliser faulty
• No Fuel
• Fuel Pump broken
• ECM or PCM fuse blown or shorted
• Fuel pump relay faulty
• Blown fuel pump fuse

Fuses Relays and Connections

Blown Fuse
When parts of the electrical system fail then often the problem can be traced to a blown fuse or relay
Corroded Joints
Corroded joints can lead to connection problems and may be caused by water ingress or a mechanically loose joint sparking and oxidising

Darlington Electrical Testing and Fitting

Darlington Performance Spares Fitted
OEM replacement parts fitted or upgraded with alternative performance parts such as suspension kits and air filters
Darlington Fuel Pumps
Often replaced at a milestone service if the fuel pump is operated by the Timing belt
Darlington Alternators
Replacement Darlington alternators fitted
Darlington Starter Motors
Replacement Darlington Starter motors installed
Darlington Cooling System
Replacement Darlington radiators fitted, cooling system pipework inspected for leaks and cooling fluid replaced to keep your Darlington engine at its optimal operating temperature
Darlington Engine Servicing & Repair
Engine repairs, cylinder head skimming, valves & pistons replaced Darlington
Darlington Electrical Components
Electrical faults repaired using OEM components - Critical sensors checked e.g. Lambda sensors, air flow meters etc
Darlington Autoelectrics - OBD & OBD II
Darlington electrical faults diagnosed - OBD fault finding - engine fault codes checked & service lights reset - ECU problems diagnosed, key re-coding and CANBUS systems checked