FAQ

Strobe Auto Electrical offers a full range of auto electrical services in Cape Town, including electrical fault finding, wiring repairs, alternator repairs, starter motor repairs, battery testing, lighting repairs, vehicle diagnostics, air conditioning services, key programming, and ECU coding

Common signs include difficulty starting, dim headlights, warning lights on the dashboard, battery issues, malfunctioning accessories, blown fuses, or intermittent electrical faults. If you notice any of these symptoms, professional auto electrical diagnostics can help identify the cause.

Yes. We use advanced vehicle diagnostic equipment to read fault codes, identify system errors, and determine the underlying cause of check engine lights and other warning indicators.

Vehicle diagnostics is the process of using specialised equipment to communicate with your vehicle’s electronic systems. This allows technicians to detect faults, monitor performance, and identify issues affecting the engine, transmission, electrical systems, and other components.

Yes. We provide automotive air conditioning services, including fault diagnosis, leak detection, aircon regas, compressor inspections, and general air conditioning repairs to keep your vehicle comfortable throughout the year.

Most manufacturers recommend having your vehicle’s air conditioning system inspected every one to two years. Regular servicing helps maintain cooling performance and can prevent costly repairs.

Car key programming involves coding a new or replacement key so it can communicate with your vehicle’s immobiliser and security system. This service is often required when replacing lost, damaged, or additional vehicle keys.

Yes. We can program spare keys and remotes for many vehicle makes and models, helping you avoid the inconvenience of being left without a backup key.

ECU coding and programming involves configuring, updating, or adapting a vehicle’s electronic control unit. This may be necessary after component replacements, software updates, fault repairs, or system upgrades.

In some cases, ECU programming can optimise vehicle functions or resolve software-related issues. The appropriate solution depends on your vehicle’s make, model, and specific requirements.

Our team works on a wide variety of passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, and fleet vehicles. Contact us with your vehicle details and we’ll confirm whether we can assist.

The time required depends on the complexity of the issue. Some faults can be identified quickly, while intermittent or complex electrical problems may require more detailed diagnostic testing.

Appointments are recommended to ensure prompt service, but we will always do our best to accommodate urgent vehicle electrical issues whenever possible.

Yes. Strobe Auto Electrical proudly serves customers across Cape Town and surrounding areas, providing reliable auto electrical services, diagnostics, air conditioning repairs, key programming, and ECU coding solutions.