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Recent Auto Electricians tasks in Lothian Edinburgh

Dash cam installation

£50

Broomhouse, City of Edinburgh

8th Sep 2024

Dash cam installation fromt and back land rover discovery sport 2015

Car stereo

£160

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1

2nd Sep 2024

car stereo fixed and a proper job done please

There’s an issue with my headlight connection

£40

Stockbridge, City of Edinburgh

22nd Feb 2024

My main headlights aren’t coming on. They work when you put the fog lights on, so it’s not the bulbs, and the smaller lights above are coming on but not the main headlights

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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 Lothian Edinburgh

Car reversing camera installation

£150

Gilmerton, City of Edinburgh

30th Jan 2024

Looking to get a reversing camera fitted on my Vauxhall Astra 2016,I've already purchased the camera so only need the installation of it. - Due date: Flexible

Reversing camera installation

£150

Gilmerton, City of Edinburgh

26th Jan 2024

Reversing camera installation required. The car is a Vauxhall Astra 2016. I've already bought the camera. - Due date: Flexible

Circuit board battery replace

£10

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1

9th Dec 2023

It's a small simple circuit board with some LED lights powered by two AA batteries, however the battery box is made of plastic and cracked so it could not hold battery in place anymore and needs a replacement. - Due date: Flexible

Car electric problems solved

£150

Brunstane, City of Edinburgh

4th Dec 2023

Intermittent electrical fault . Starts by indicating fault in esp system. This is followed by message stating there is a handbrake fault (electric handbrake). These messages flash on and off. Cruise control fails. This all started to happen after I attached a small trailer that had been unused for 5 months. Fault did not appear until I had driven approximately 15 miles in damp rainy weather. - Due date: Before Sunday, 10 December 2023

Install reverse camera

£75

Canonmills, City of Edinburgh

22nd Nov 2023

just simple camera with reverse camera function to assit parking - Due date: Before Friday, 24 November 2023

Converted camper electrics need looked at

£500

Stockbridge, City of Edinburgh

16th Nov 2023

I bought a partly converted Mercedes Sprinter MWB. It came with the electrics below. They are not functioning properly. They could do with some checking and repairs I think, and I could do with some advice on how they work. Is that a service you could offer? Many thanks 300w solar panel Vicron mppt 290ah AGM battery sterling B2B charger 600W 230 inbetter - Due date: Flexible

Glow plugs replaced

£200

Baberton, City of Edinburgh

16th Nov 2023

Replacement glow plugs in van - Due date: Flexible

Ring camera

£250

Bonaly, City of Edinburgh

28th Oct 2023

2x floodlight cams need installing - Due date: Flexible

Dash cam installation needed (Wolfbox G900)

£60

Blackford, City of Edinburgh

26th Oct 2023

I need someone to install Wolfbox G900 to my Honda Jazz. Front and rear - Due date: Flexible

Reverse camera

£50

Marchmont, City of Edinburgh

22nd Oct 2023

Reverse Sensor Car Installation - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 29 October 2023

Dash cam installation

£20

Morningside, City of Edinburgh

29th Aug 2023

Installation of dash cam, front and rear - Due date: Flexible

Battery lawnmower wont start

£50

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1

26th May 2023

Battery charged but motor wont run. Lawnmower was hosed clean and has not worked since. Humming noise from lawnmower when attempting to start - Due date: Flexible

Fit a radio/cd player

£100

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1

14th Mar 2023

Fit a radio/cd player wires behind are a bit mixed up - Due date: Flexible

Retro fit reversing camera on BMW 5 series

£400

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1

27th Jan 2023

retro fit reversing camera on BMW 5 series - Due date: Flexible

Car reversing camera installation

£200

Gilmerton, City of Edinburgh

3rd Jan 2023

I'm looking for car reversing camera installation on my Vauxhall Astra K - Due date: Flexible

Electrician - power for electric car

£50

Corstorphine, City of Edinburgh

21st Dec 2022

The power for our electric car power socket has failed. I’ve checked the fuse box- it asnt tripped. Any other ideas? Happy to do this online or in person? Accept price is negotiable- please advise wht the price might be depending on what the issue may be. - Due date: Before Monday, 26 December 2022

Remove headlight and put in new one which I have purchest

£150

Saughton, City of Edinburgh

15th Dec 2022

Left passenger light cracked needs replacing - Due date: Flexible