Headlights and Domelights Flicker?
Chris100
10-24-2008, 09:51 PM
Hello, I have a 2001 Olds Silhouette and when my engine is running, Only in idle and when in drive. I notice there is a slight flicker on my headlights and domelights. Would appreciate any help on this, Thanks.
'97ventureowner
10-25-2008, 04:18 PM
Try this cheap and easy fix:http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=535221
Many of these vans are plagued with this issue.
Many of these vans are plagued with this issue.
Chris100
10-25-2008, 08:23 PM
Try this cheap and easy fix:http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=535221
Many of these vans are plagued with this issue.
Thank you for your kind help. I will go to the dealer on Monday and see if they can install it. Thanks! :)
Many of these vans are plagued with this issue.
Thank you for your kind help. I will go to the dealer on Monday and see if they can install it. Thanks! :)
Chris100
11-28-2008, 06:10 PM
Hi, I got the alternator regulator screw on, and have similar problems. I had my charging system checked at Autozone, and the alternator is charging 14.5. Now i notice when i apply my brakes, the headlights dim, a little. Also got the same dim or flicker like before on park and in drive. Anybody know what could be the problem? Thanks.
Old Passat
12-01-2008, 12:00 AM
Had same issue and eliminated most of the flicker with a new battery. Went to four or so different auto parts stores test. Half said alternator and half said battery. Went back to Sams and they told me those batteries had a history of problems. Been over a year and no bothersome flickering. Still there, but barely noticeable. Running your interior lights higher seems to reduce flicker.
Chris100
12-02-2008, 12:55 AM
Had same issue and eliminated most of the flicker with a new battery. Went to four or so different auto parts stores test. Half said alternator and half said battery. Went back to Sams and they told me those batteries had a history of problems. Been over a year and no bothersome flickering. Still there, but barely noticeable. Running your interior lights higher seems to reduce flicker.
Hi, which batteries had a problem? Thanks for your help.
Hi, which batteries had a problem? Thanks for your help.
'97ventureowner
12-02-2008, 01:53 AM
Hi, which batteries had a problem? Thanks for your help.
Since he's talking about Sam's, my first inclination was to think about the Everstart battery that Wal Mart, parent company to Sam's Club carries. I've had horrible luck with the Everstart brand,( I call them "Neverstarts :lol: ) Most have lasted just over a year before going bad and needing to be replaced. But my local Sam's Clubs don't carry the Everstart brand, but another, unless they are the same battery made by the same manufacturer, just different outside labels. Still, though, I haven't really heard of any issues with batteries from Sam's club like I have those from Wal Mart.
Since he's talking about Sam's, my first inclination was to think about the Everstart battery that Wal Mart, parent company to Sam's Club carries. I've had horrible luck with the Everstart brand,( I call them "Neverstarts :lol: ) Most have lasted just over a year before going bad and needing to be replaced. But my local Sam's Clubs don't carry the Everstart brand, but another, unless they are the same battery made by the same manufacturer, just different outside labels. Still, though, I haven't really heard of any issues with batteries from Sam's club like I have those from Wal Mart.
Chris100
12-02-2008, 12:55 PM
Since he's talking about Sam's, my first inclination was to think about the Everstart battery that Wal Mart, parent company to Sam's Club carries. I've had horrible luck with the Everstart brand,( I call them "Neverstarts :lol: ) Most have lasted just over a year before going bad and needing to be replaced. But my local Sam's Clubs don't carry the Everstart brand, but another, unless they are the same battery made by the same manufacturer, just different outside labels. Still, though, I haven't really heard of any issues with batteries from Sam's club like I have those from Wal Mart.
Oh ok...lol
Oh ok...lol
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