Q: Electrical components malfunction, dash lights on, car shut off
Recently, I've had troubles shifting out of third gear. The car kept switching to the safe mode, so I had the input speed sensor replaced. This fixed the problem. The other day, different issues started happening and I don't know whether these are connected to the above-mentioned problem I had. Yesterday during driving, the dashboard started showing the parking brake light and the battery light illuminated. Then, I had some troubles shifting gears. The dashboard started showing the ABS light and TCS light on as well. This was followed by speedometer and tachometer malfunctioning. The car eventually shut off. After having the car towed, I restarted the car after a while. The dashboard was still showing the parking brake light and the battery light illuminated. What do you think the problem is?
The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our
terms of service
for more details
Get an instant quote for your car
Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing
What others are asking
Car shuts off when the weather is hot
Hello. A bad cam position sensor will cause a Check Engine Light to come on and possibly cause a stall or no start condition for your 2000 Mercury Mystique. Cam position sensors (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/camshaft-position-sensor-replacement) usually develop their problems when hot, so this is...
Radiator takes water out in the top radiator hose is bone dry and water is not running through it
Hey there, thanks for writing in about your 2004 Buick Rendezvous. When the engine is cold, the thermostat will remain closed and keep coolant circulating through the engine to be warmed up faster. Once the coolant inside reaches operating temperature,...
Brake light issue
I would suggest checking first to see if the bulbs need to be replaced. Secondly, check the contacts in the rear tail light sockets. There should be two contacts, one for tail light and one for the brake light. Test...
Electronics in car stopped functioning.
Hello, when you jump the vehicle, a power surge may have open some fuses. Fuses protect the electrical circuits and components from damage. The fuses have an amperage ratings, a power surge would put the fuse pass it rating and...
Am I able to drive with misfiring cylinders?
Unfortunately, with two cylinders misfiring, this represents 50% of your motor not firing properly which results in a significant reduction of power output by your engine. While the car may be driven, this may be risky as this may cause...
No bus message appears. Any guesses?
No Bus refers to the data bus by which the computers in the vehicle communicate with each other and with the various components which they read and control. There could be a broken wire, a corroded connection, or a bad...
My car will only shift into reverse and neutral, can't get it into the drive gear
This may be a result of low transmission fluid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-fluid-service) or potentially a faulty transmission control module. A faulty transmission control module may cause a delay in acceleration or erratic shifting of gears. The transmission control module has various sensors...
I changed my map sensor and my car is still idling rough and stalls at a stop light. The acceleration is better and the engine lig
Hi there. Sometimes a problem with a MAP sensor is masking other issues that might have existed the entire time. In most cases, when a car is slow to accelerate, it is caused by clogged fuel injectors, dirty throttle body...
I'm getting a po420 code is it possible it could be due to my rear catalytic converter even though there's no sensors after it? Or
You will have two O2 sensors on this engine. One will be before catalyst in manifold and one will be after or in the rear of the catalyst. If you do not have one then vehicle was modified in some...
Related articles
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Fuse
If your car's accessories are shutting off on their own or you find a black fuse, you should inspect the car's fuses and replace broken ones.
How to Dispose of Car Batteries
Car batteries have chemicals which can damage the environment. Dispose of car batteries at a battery recycling center or a local auto supply store.
How to Parallel Park Your Vehicle
One One driving skill that many people lack or aren’t comfortable with is the ability to parallel park (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-park-your-car). While you can get by without it in the country or places with fewer cars, it’s important to learn how to...
Browse other content
Maintenance
Estimates