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5799 54th Ave N,
Kenneth City, FL 33709
Electrical Repairs We Handle
We work on domestic and import vehicles from across Pinellas Park, Seminole, and the greater St. Petersburg area, and we quote the work before we start. Modern cars run on wiring as much as they run on gas. When a power window stops halfway, the headlights flicker, or a fuse keeps blowing, the cause is almost never obvious. Mike’s Affordable Auto Repair in Kenneth City traces electrical problems to the source — a corroded ground, a chafed wire, a failed switch or module — and fixes them without replacing parts you don’t need.
Auto Electrical Repair FAQs
How much does auto electrical repair cost?
It depends entirely on the fault. A switch or relay is inexpensive; a wiring harness repair takes more labor. We diagnose first, then give you an itemized estimate before any repair. Call 727-565-6000 and we’ll walk you through it.
Why does my fuse keep blowing?
A fuse blows to protect a circuit from too much current. If a new fuse blows right away, there’s a short somewhere — a pinched wire, a failed motor, or water in a connector. Putting in a bigger fuse is dangerous and can start a fire. Bring it in and we’ll find the short.
Can you fix a power window that’s stuck down?
Yes. Most of the time it’s the window regulator or motor, and we can usually get the window up the same day so your car is secure while we order the part if needed.
My car electronics act strange but the battery is new. What’s wrong?
A bad ground connection, a failing alternator, or a module that’s drawing power when it shouldn’t can all cause odd behavior with a good battery. We test the charging system and check for parasitic draw as part of the diagnosis.
What’s the difference between a flashing and a steady check engine light?
A steady light usually means a non-emergency issue that still needs prompt attention. A flashing light means a serious problem, often an engine misfire, that can quickly damage your catalytic converter. If your light is flashing, avoid heavy acceleration and get to a repair shop as soon as possible.
Do you work on both domestic and import vehicles?
Yes. We service all makes and models, including Ford, Chevy, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Hyundai, and more.
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Ignition system repair — ignition switches, coils, and wiring that cause no-start or misfire conditions
Cruise control repair — cruise that won’t set, drops out, or surges
Fuses, relays, and wiring harness repair — short circuits, blown fuses that keep failing, and heat- or rodent-damaged wiring
Charging and starting circuits — see our Alternator & Starter Replacement and Car Battery Testing & Replacement pages for those specific repairs
Power window repair — window motors, regulators, and switches that stop working or move slowly
Side view mirror repair — power mirrors that won’t adjust, fold, or heat
Door locks and handles — power lock actuators, keyless entry faults, and lock switches
Lighting — headlights, taillights, turn signals, brake lights, and interior lights that flicker, dim, or stay off
Dash warning lights and gauges — clusters that go dark, gauges that read wrong, and lights that won’t clear
Signs of an Electrical Problem
1. Windows, locks, or mirrors that work intermittently or not at all
2. Headlights or dash lights that flicker or dim, especially at idle
3. A fuse that blows repeatedly after being replaced
4. The battery keeps dying even though it tests fine and the alternator charges
5. Burning plastic smell or a warm fuse box — stop driving and call us
6. Warning lights that come on together or at random
7. Accessories that cut out when you use another one (the radio dies when you roll a window up, for example)
8. Clicking relays or electronics that reset while driving
Florida heat and humidity are hard on wiring. Insulation gets brittle, connectors corrode, and grounds rust. If your car is more than eight to ten years old and electrical gremlins are showing up, that’s usually why.
How We Diagnose Electrical Problems
Electrical faults hide. A dead window motor might actually be a broken wire inside the door jamb that flexes every time the door opens. A battery that keeps dying might be a module that never goes to sleep. We start with a wiring diagram for your exact vehicle, then use a multimeter, test light, and scan tool to check voltage, ground, and signal at each point in the circuit until we find where it fails.
That approach takes a little more time up front, but it means we fix the actual fault instead of swapping parts until something works. You pay for the repair once.
Get Your Car’s Electrical Problems Fixed Right
Electrical issues rarely fix themselves, and the longer a short or bad ground sits, the more it can damage. Bring your car to Mike’s Affordable Auto Repair in Kenneth City for an honest diagnosis and a fair price.
Mike’s Affordable Auto Repair — 5799 54th Ave N, Kenneth City, FL 33709 — Call 727-565-6000 — Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM, weekends by appointment
Contact Us to schedule your electrical repair, or learn how we diagnose warning lights on our engine diagnostics page.
