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What does an auto electrician do?

Warning lights on your dash or flickering headlights may indicate an electrical issue, or perhaps your car just won’t start. Fortunately, many auto electrical businesses offer a mobile service to ensure you’re not left stranded on the side of the road if something unexpected happens. 

Here are some common issues that an auto electrician can help with:

Engine electrics and brakes

It’s important to act on any warning lights on your dash, especially your anti-lock braking system (ABS) to fix any issues before they become unsafe. Firstly, your auto technician will use a diagnostics machine to review the health of your battery, alternator, and starter motor. 

A flat battery can be the cause of many electrical issues but fortunately, they’re easily replaced. However, if your battery isn’t holding charge, your auto technician will consider whether the alternator (which charges the battery when the car is running) is working. The starter motor may be the problem if your car won’t start, and this can either be repaired or replaced. An auto electrician can complete checks on fuel pumps and your electronic fuel injection (EFI) system to repair or improve your car’s engine. 

Car electrics

Having trouble with auto electrics such as central locking, cruise control, windscreen wipers, power windows and mirrors? Your auto technician will check for blown fuses or short circuits to isolate and fix the problem.

Lighting systems

Functioning lighting systems are required for safety and legal reasons, so it’s important to have any issues fixed quickly. Lighting issues are often associated with the battery and alternator. 

Car security systems

Keep your vehicle safe and secure with a car alarm and immobiliser installed by a qualified auto electrician. An alarm acts as a deterrent to car thieves and an immobiliser ensures the engine won’t start if entry is gained to the vehicle. Plus, installing a dash cam and reversing camera is another smart safety and security measure.

Emergency roadside assistance

If you find yourself stranded with a car that won’t start, a mobile automotive electrician near you can help you get back on the road sooner. Their vehicle is fully-equipped with the necessary tools to diagnose the problem, so they can repair many issues on the spot. For any complex problems, you’ll need to arrange a tow truck to take your vehicle to a safe location for further work.

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Recent Auto Electricians tasks in Colchester

Install after market remote central locking

£150

Blackheath, Essex

7th Sep 2023

Ive bought after market central remote locking kit, as my 2013 pugeot partner didnt come with this standard. will need this installed - Due date: Flexible

Tow bar electrics fitted

£100

Mile End, Essex

2nd May 2023

wire in 13 pin electrics cable has been fitted into boot so just need it wired in - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 5 May 2023

Fit my dash cam

£70

Greenstead, Essex

12th Oct 2022

Bought a dash cam on Amazon but now I need it fitted but I wanted it done properly - Due date: Flexible

Install dash cams

£100

Mile End, Essex

8th Oct 2022

I have a front & rear dash cam along with a hardwire kit that needs fitted along with a wing mirror Indicator cover which I also have the part for - Due date: Flexible

Reversing camera for BMW 7 series reg LD15YSG

£150

Greenstead, Essex

30th Jan 2022

BMW 7 series reverse camera compatible with main screen. - Due date: Flexible

Reversing camera to Ford Fiesta

£150

Horkesley Heath, Essex

10th Jan 2022

Reversing camera to ford fiest fitted - Due date: Flexible

Front and rear dash cam installed

£150

Blackheath, Essex

3rd Jan 2022

I have purchased a nextbase front and rear camera which I would like to have fully fitted to the car by a professional. - Due date: Flexible

Dash Cam Installer

£20

Greenstead, Essex

10th Dec 2021

I need someone who could fix and make my nextbase 522gw dash cam work - Due date: Needs to be done on Monday, 13th Dec 2021

Dash cam fitting

£60

West Bergholt, Essex

7th Aug 2021

Hard wire a Nextbase 622GW 4K Front & Rear Dash Cam. I have the dash cam already and I would like it hardwired

I need dash cam and rear camera installation

£50

Mile End, Essex

2nd Jan 2021

Nissan juke Dash cam n rear camera installation. Hard wiring required

I need reversing camera installation and dash cam

£100

Mile End, Essex

3rd May 2020

As above. Need dash cam wired to ignition and wires tidied. Also need rear camera fitted. All on Audi A3 2015 Sports back..Need done ASAP.and would travel if not too far. Quotes etc please