I drive a honda civic 2002. When I start the car, the battery light indicator comes on and then turns off after 1 or 2 seconds...car drives fine after that... anybody know what could be wrong? Thanks.
2006-11-04 13:54:42 · 6 answers · asked by gimix 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Have you had your battery tested? Have you called your service dept? When is the last time you bought a battery?
2006-11-04 14:00:39 · answer #1 · answered by ShaSha 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be taking a little longer than normal for the alternator to "excite".
For an alternator to put out electricity, it needs an outside power source greater than nine volts DC to excite the rectifiers.
If the light only stays on for a second or so, I wouldn't worry about it yet. You may want to put a little money aside for an alternator, or battery in the near future just in case though.
2006-11-04 14:11:02 · answer #2 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should have several lites that come on when the key is turned on. This is normal and is a check to let you know that they are working properly. If any continue to stay on after a couple of seconds then you have a problem
2006-11-04 15:24:55 · answer #3 · answered by tronary 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't have a Honda, but on my 2003 Chevrolet Impala LS, this is a normal starting procedure to let me know that the charging system is working.
2006-11-04 14:05:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Time to visit the mechanic to solve the problem.. Powertrain or emissions problem.
2016-05-22 00:09:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
normal
2006-11-04 14:14:01 · answer #6 · answered by spencer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋