Automatic gear engagement

Tiny
NALLAN GN
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  • 2009 NISSAN TIIDA
  • 1.5L
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 125,000 MILES
I have noticed when turning on the car lights, it affects my automatic gear transmission system in that it only engages up to the second gear. Also the car raises a warning sound throughout.
During daytime, the car works fine.
Sunday, October 28th, 2018 AT 1:19 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
  • MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
  • 47,643 POSTS
Hello,

It sounds like the alternator is not working right. Can you confirm the voltage output? Here is a guide to help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers, Ken

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Monday, October 29th, 2018 AT 10:06 AM

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