lordvader 0 Posted April 17, 2006 Hey all. My 205 has been experienceing intermittent electrical issues for quite some time. They don't stop the car from going, but they can be annoying at times. I was hoping you lot might be able to diagnose the symptoms ? Left brake light works "sometimes" The horn works "sometimes" When I'm braking and indicating, my radio might stop for a few moments The car has a "new" battery, which I was told was not a very high quality one, could that be an issue ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony 1,003 Posted April 18, 2006 Dodgy earths and corroded connectors would be my suspicion - clean them up and the problems usually go away... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lordvader 0 Posted April 18, 2006 Where are the earth points ? The only ones I've come across are on the suspension mounts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonD6B 0 Posted April 18, 2006 There is a main earthing point to the left of the N/S headlight that's worth checking, it is (iirc) certainly where the earth for the horn is taken from. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex G 0 Posted April 18, 2006 very likely earth or bad connection related earth point by rear left cluster and front lights. check those is also worth checking your fuses are in securely and not corroded Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonD6B 0 Posted April 18, 2006 Alex G> Nice Avatar but can you remove it as it makes my car look dull! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex G 0 Posted April 18, 2006 Really sorry Jon, ive changed it now ( i was meaning to change it for ages, i sold that car a few months ago ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonD6B 0 Posted April 18, 2006 Really sorry Jon, ive changed it now ( i was meaning to change it for ages, i sold that car a few months ago ) LOL. Just need to get my car as shiny as your last one now! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
