NoRegretsCoyote
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Thanks, not sure if this is possible but will try.Try switching off the cabin lights permanently and see if the fuse blows.
Very cheap in scheme of things to replace.Something as simple as a dodgy bulb could be the cause.
Good idea I will check this as it should be accessible. I have previously taken out the control panel out of the door and no obvious problem there.With the wiring running through the door hinge
Was just about to post the same thing. Had a similar problem with my last car, although nowhere near as frequent. Mechanic found it easily enough and fixed it but said if I ignored it, there was a risk of causing a fire in the boot.This needs to be found and fixed. There's an intermittent short circuit somewhere (probably a frayed wire as @Leo suggests) that's not going to go away by itself. Worst case scenario, electrical faults like that can start arcing, with sparks and it can start a fire.
There's a reason fuses were invented!
I wouldn't bet on that. Any fault that only happens intermittently can be extremely hard to locate. That's why I suggested some simple ways to try and narrow down the search area.It's not a big job. the mechanic doesn't have to do a full diagnostics, they know where the issue is, they just need to find the faulty wire.
That's a good point actually, a lot of mechanics are cagey around electrical stuff. But those who do go into auto-electrics tend to be very good at it.You'd probably be better with an auto-electrician rather than a mechanic. I have a number for a guy in south Dublin who sorted out a wiring problem that affected the boot lock for us some years back, if you want to message me. Very modest cost, and he was able to come to us and do the work on site.
Recommendations can be posted publicly so that others can also benefit.I have a number for a guy in south Dublin who sorted out a wiring problem that affected the boot lock for us some years back, if you want to message me.
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