headlights flash when cranking

[rand0mn00b]

Hi All,

I'd be interested to know if other MK2 Focus (LS/LT/LV) owners have similar behaviour on their Focus.

I have a 2007 LT petrol Focus... Basically, when I turn the ignition to start the engine, the headlights will flash on while the starter motor is cranking and be off again once the engine has started.

As you can imagine, it is much more noticeable when starting in the dark. It's something I noticed a few times previously but I'm not sure if it's because I've been noticing it more recently, or with daylight savings gone am starting the car in the dark more often... maybe a combination of both.

The car battery appears to be on its way out and the check engine light has come on - not sure if these two are related to each other or the headlight problem above. But if there's a connection I'd be interested to know.

So... can some of you guys with an LS/LT/LV with good batteries (or dying ones) let me know if your car has the same behaviour?

Thanks!