Cadillac Electrical System Service: Keeping Your Ride Powered Up

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Most systems and devices in your Cadillac depend on electricity, but natural wear and tear can eventually result in electrical problems. As your Cadillac dealer, we can repair any possible electrical issue. These are a few signs that you need to visit our service department for an electrical system service.

Signs You Need an Electrical System Service at Your Cadillac Dealer

Blown Fuses

Fuses are vital for every electrical device and system in your Cadillac. They act as gatekeepers to protect the device or system against rogue electrical charges. Electricity follows clearly defined paths through your car to ensure each destination system receives the correct voltage. Worn or damaged wiring can cause electricity to travel in unexpected directions, and a system could receive more power than it can handle.

A fuse will absorb any charge greater than its connected system should receive, and this causes the fuse to blow out. The connected system isn’t damaged when this happens, but it’s cut off from the electricity supply until the fuse is replaced. Our technicians will test the fuses and replace any that have failed. They’ll also identify and repair the cause of the sort.

Illuminated Battery Light

The battery light illuminates in response to any fault in the electrical system. Your Cadillac contains a vast number of sensors, and each sensor is connected to an important system. The sensors supply information to your computer that enables it to make the decisions that allow your Cadillac to perform to the highest standard.

The sensors will also identify issues like damaged wiring, a failing battery, or a weak alternator. Any identified issue will be reported to your computer, which logs the fault and then activates the warning light. Our technicians will connect your computer to our diagnostic system to quickly pinpoint the problem. Once we’ve located the affected system, we’ll repair or replace it depending on the situation.

Water Damage

Your electrical system is carefully protected against water. Electricity and water don’t mix, and even a small amount of moisture can cause serious issues in an electrical system. Unfortunately, water can find its way almost everywhere, and worn seals or an unnoticed leak can give it access to parts of the electrical system.

Random electrical issues, flickering lights, and malfunctioning components are just a few of the problems water can cause. In addition, water can rust metal components and this will cause additional issues. We’ll identify and seal the water’s original entry point, then check and repair any damage caused. Some components can be dried out and reinstalled, but others may need replacement.

Minor electrical issues will become more serious if they’re not diagnosed and repaired. If you suspect something is wrong, contact us ASAP at Service Cadillac in Lafayette, LA.

Tags: Blown fuses, illuminated battery light, water damage
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