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Old Sep 8, 2022 | 05:21 PM
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Uriah
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Default Electrical Problems :o(

Dear fellow x-fire fans,
I have had a few electrical issues with my 2006 RHD (UK) roadster that I've lived with for longer than I ought. As a mechanical engineer, I am ashmedly pathetic with anything electrical/electronic.
1. I have a constant battery drain (noting a significant flash - much more than the norm, when connecting the battery), which results in a flat battery if the car is not used for a week or so. I am suspicious of an afterfit reversing camera, but this is only based on 'gut'.
2. My young son was messing around with the cigar lighter some time ago, which caused the socket to no-longer function. Having checked fuses, there is no failed fuse as far as I can see.
3. Probably more significant, the seat motors do not function. Bizarely they 'spark to life' every so often. This means that I can't swap cars with my wife, as her feet don't reach the pedals! Again, no failed fuse as far as I'm aware.
4. The Infinity stereo unit occasionally goes on strike, and then remarkably comes to life again. Sometimes it works, but is not controlable, which can be embarrasing if the volume was previously set high for a heavy rock blast, when picking up the mother-in-law!

I am happy to invest in an expert to fix these issues, if this is what's needed. I live in UK midlands, if there are any recommendations for an auto-electrition that can be recommended. Ideally a mobile expert.

I have struggled to obtain a wiring diagram for the car (RHD, as mentioned) that represents the under-bonnet fuse box. If anyone can point me to something that might be applicable, it would be appreciated.

Any guidance would be appreciated!
 
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