Q: When running the radio and/or HVAC, the car (while creeping to a stop) will almost stall and all lights will dim and the radio cuts off.
When running the radio and/or HVAC, the car (while creeping to a stop) will almost stall and all lights will dim and the radio cuts off.
My car has 92 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. Look under the vehicle to see if the motor mounts are broken or missing. This can cause the engine to tilt too much causing a short in one of the high voltage wires. As the engine is accelerated, the engine is placed in a more upright position. However, when coming to a stop, the engine no longer has a load on it, so it will drop down. If you need further assistance diagnosing the electrical issues with your vehicle, then seek out a professional, such as one from YourMechanic, to pinpoint the problem and follow through with repairs.
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