Why is my dashboard flickering when I start the car?
Quote from ScanToolGuru on June 19, 2025, 11:28 amEvery time I start my car, the dashboard lights flicker or sometimes reset completely for a second. Sometimes radio presets are lost too. The battery is only a year old — what could be causing this? Could it be a bad ground or a weak alternator? I’d appreciate any advice on how to troubleshoot this.
Every time I start my car, the dashboard lights flicker or sometimes reset completely for a second. Sometimes radio presets are lost too. The battery is only a year old — what could be causing this? Could it be a bad ground or a weak alternator? I’d appreciate any advice on how to troubleshoot this.
Quote from ScanToolGuru on June 21, 2025, 11:34 amDashboard flickering when starting the car is usually caused by a weak battery, loose wiring, or a failing alternator. Check the battery connections first — if they’re secure, you may need to test the battery or alternator.
Dashboard flickering when starting the car is usually caused by a weak battery, loose wiring, or a failing alternator. Check the battery connections first — if they’re secure, you may need to test the battery or alternator.