Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What types of automotive electrical issues do you repair?

A: We install, repair, replace, service, troubleshoot, and upgrade many types of electrical issues:

Aftermarket Systems:
A/V systems, Instrument cluster (gauges), OEM and Aftermarket Head Units, dashboard electronics, heated seats, keyless entry systems, power locks, power windows, remote start, and sound systems.

Battery, Charging, Electrical Systems, and Starting Issues:
Alternator, regulator, starter motor, battery discharge issues, fuses that keep blowing, and any inoperative electronics that require repair/servicing.

Custom Builds & Electrical Projects:
Installations, repairs, troubleshooting, upgrades, and wiring related solutions.

Engine Computer Related Problems:
ECM, PCM, and TCM problems, check engine lights, drivability issues, and no start conditions.

HVAC Air Conditioning:
Climate control diagnosis and component replacement.

Infotainment & Audio System Repairs & Upgrades:
Navigation, Apple Carplay & Android Auto integration, rear camera systems, LCD display repairs, and rear seat entertainment.

Lighting Repairs & Improvements:
Repair stock vehicle lighting systems and upgrades, ambient LED lighting additions, LED auxiliary and off road lighting, daytime running light retrofitting, LED/HID headlight conversions, and concealed strobe light installations.

Power Accessories:
Power windows, power locks, keyless entry, smart key systems, trunk/hatch release, power sliding doors, sunroof and convertible tops, power seats, heated seats, ventilated seats, and windshield wiper systems.

Safety Systems:
Airbag System, Rear View Cameras, Parking Sensors, Safety Systems, and ADAS (Advanced dDriver Assistance Systems), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).

Wiring Related Repairs:
Improvements & rewiring, melted/chewed/damaged wiring (rodent, fire, water, collision related damage), and full vehicle rewiring and harness restorations/solutions.

We get many questions at Short Circuits Automotive. Most often, our answer to customers is “Yes, we can do that!” Many of our Frequently Asked Questions may help answer your preliminary inqueries. We love talking with our customers to assess their needs and find out exactly what functionality they want in their car. We then work together to design a solution, and then implement it.

Q: Do you work on only automobiles?

A: We work on Automobiles, Boats, Buses, Cars, Hybrid & EV Vehicles, Limousines, Mopeds, Motorcycles, Recreation Vehicles (RV), Scooters, Trailers, and Yachts. If it moves or used to move, we will repair it!

Emergency Vehicle Repairs:
We service ambulances, fire, police, and school vehicles and integrate electronics and lighting (e.g. non life saving equipment), 2-way radios, strobe lights, and light bars.

Limousines:
Control system repair and replacement, HVAC, A/V systems, and electrical problems.

Water Damaged Vehicles:
Problems with control modules, relays, switch gear, sensors, etc.

 

Q: Do you travel to job sites?

A: Yes we are available to be booked daily and travel to your dealership, repair shop, location, or home depending upon the project and within a 50 mile radius of our shop.

For distances greater than 50 miles, please contact us to discuss. However, all scheduling, project work, and payment for services and travel must be arranged before any work is completed. For smaller projects, we are available to be booked for a half day plus travel costs.

 

Q: Where are you located?

A: Short Circuits Automotive is located just outside of Philadelphia at 447 Limerick Center Road, Linfield, PA 19468.

We look forward to solving your automotive electrical issues.