electrical issues... need some help

[matt351]

i got in my car today after not driving it for a few days. the keyless entry isnt working, the domelight isnt working, the radio isnt working, and the clock isnt working. i checked and the car keeps popping the fuse thats for the passenger side driving lights, or so the manual says. has this ever happend to anyone else? could someone tell me where to start here. thanks

 

[projectSHO89]

What is the exact fuse #?

Steve

 

[matt351]

its fuse number 35. its a 7.5 amp fuse.

 

[andreslobo]

remove or unplug the passenger side driving light to see if the fuse keeps blowing. If that fixes the fuse problem, determine if it is wiring or the bulb

 

[matt351]

i pulled the bulbs and the fuse still pops. any other clues?

 

[matt351]

now i just figured out that i have no headlights either. HELP!

 

[cloudedzero]

is it an aftermarket system or factory

 

[matt351]

its got an alpine head unit in it. i installed it 2 or 3 weeks ago and it worked fine until now. i even unhooked it and put in a new fuse for the blown fuse, but it still didnt matter.

 

[cloudedzero]

do you still have your factory alarm

 

[matt351]

yea the key fob is still factory.

 

[cloudedzero]

check the relays on the passenger side kick panel
there are several orange relays unplug them all and
use the keyless entry button on your remote
unplug them then see if it blows a fuse when you unlock
the car

 

[matt351]

all i saw on the passenger side kick panel was some wires leading into a harness or two. what i saw didnt look like a relay.

 

[smokedya95stang]

have u checked the wiring near ur driving lights? maybe its shorting out/blowing ur fuse..

 

[cloudedzero]

they look weird not a normal relay they are a orange color usually in the dash by the kick panel above a bunch of wiring

 

[cloudedzero]

just above the reinforcment panel:laugh: