

Rarer causes of an illuminated battery light include a shorted-out cable, a faulty BMS sensor, or another component such as the tensioner or A/C compressor seized causing the belt to slip.
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If both the battery and alternator seem to be working fine in your Honda Pilot (or you’d rather just have it checked by a certified professional), feel free to bring it in to us here at Pohanka Honda of Salisbury! Our trained and certified service team will be happy to diagnose the issue and get it all fixed up, while you sip coffee comfortably in our waiting area instead of getting your hands dirty. What if my battery and alternator seem to be working? If the reading comes back at or above 12.6, your battery is working fine.

It’s on its way to a complete demise and needs to be changed. If the reading comes in below 12.6 volts, your battery has dead cells. Look for a reading of 12.6 volts or above. This tool includes two points, with one intended for each terminal of the battery.

To check the functioning of your battery, use a multimeter. If the low oil pressure light comes on while driving, safely stop, switch off the engine and check oil levels. How do I know if my car battery is working? Although this warning light can come on when engine oil levels are low, it’s main purpose is to warn of low engine oil pressure, which can damage the Hyundai Santa Fe engine. The most likely cause is an issue with either your battery or your alternator. The meaning of the dashboard battery light is the same for almost any vehicle: it indicates that the battery is not charging. Schedule a Service Appointment with Pohanka Honda Read on to find out why the dashboard battery light is illuminated in your Honda Pilot. Though it can be tempting to ignore, the right course of action is to try to figure out what’s wrong. Having a warning light come on in your car can be unnerving.
