Questions tagged [alternator]
An engine accessory which generates alternating current (AC). The electricity is then fed through diodes which converts it from AC to direct current (DC), which is usable by the automobile in general. The alternator is usually driven by belts which are connected to the crankshaft of the engine which provides the motion to produce power.
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Citroen C2 Alternator
Please if someone could help me ill really appreciate it. I've got a Citroen C2 the Bendix of the starter was completely worn so we purchased a new starter and put it in.
At first it started. Once ...
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2003 Ford Escape charging issue
So I’ve had alternator issues in the past in my 2003 Ford Escape. Just the other day my battery light came on, I took out the alternator and the battery and my alternator failed a bench test, so I ...
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Alternator: amperage when charging a car battery (and time to charge)?
What is the amperage of a typical car alternator when charging the car battery, and how long would the alternator take to charge it (let's take a 60Ah battery as an example)?
I have seen multiple ...
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How do I set the upper cutoff voltage for a car alternator charging the car battery?
With sustainability in mind, and trying to do something new, I am looking forward to charge my car battery using Solar Power, without making much changes to my car's electrical system.
Basically I ...
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Hyundai Accent 2013 Battery/Alternator Issues
I have a 2013 Hyundai Accent Hatchback.
I have had a recurring issue with either my battery or alternator. Here is the history of the problem:
About a year and a half ago, the battery died while ...
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Intermittent battery light on 2005 Accord
I have a 2005 Accord LX 2.4L w/ 101k miles and a few weeks ago, the battery light came on. The battery was changed last year. After checking everything, I concluded that it was a bad alternator, so I ...
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Dashboard lights dim when I step on accelerator
[Car: 2001 Kia Sephia, ~107,000 Miles]
I just got a new alternator put in my car, plus had a lot of other work done. Now I notice my lights are dimming on the dashboard when I step on accelerator and ...
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Intermittent battery light after new battery and alternator
I had a small fuel leak on my 2009 Ford Galaxy which got into my alternator and killed it. It then drained the battery. I got the leak fixed, got a new battery fitted and a new alternator fitted (...
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How to replace an alternator on a BMW 3 series E46 320d (M47 engine)
I am trying to replace the alternator on a BMW 320d E46 with an M47 (diesel) engine. I know how to replace an alternator in general (I've done it before on another car where the alternator was a bit ...
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Ford Escape Alternator Working Intermittently
On my 2004 Ford Escape V-6, I replaced both the battery and alternator about a year ago. The alternator seems to be working intermittently now, and when it does work it only creates about 12.50 volts. ...
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battery light will not go out
I drive a 1983 Volvo 245 diesel. The alternator and battery are both less than 4 years old. A year ago, the battery light would not go out after starting. The alt is charging fine. A diode check was ...
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Is battery bus voltage available via OBD2 scanners for 98 Avalon?
In order to supplement the inadequate-by-design alternator BIT circuits in my 98 Avalon (alternator failures have stranded us; no instrument panel warnings of charging failure), I'd like to either ...
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How did you remove a radiator fan in a 2011 Honda Accord? I removed the two screw and harness and it’s supposedly to just slide out but won’t budge
I’m changing out my alternator and gave to remove the radiator fan ti do so. I undid the screws and harness. It wont budge.
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2002 Mercury Mountaineer V8 4.6 2W Drive
While driving on freeway going 75 MPH using cruise control, my engine stops running. I still have lights and power but no power steering or power brakes because engine was off. I put it in neutral and ...
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Alternator issues
Any help...I’m out of ideas.
Alternator issue, getting too hot to touch.
Any help would this would be greatly appreciated:
Wiring as is, (alternator neg grounded to engine, positive to starter, ...
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Dual alternator setup that is separated one alternator and battery runs the truck one alternator and battery runs the audio system
Hey guys I'm JD and I've got a 2008 Chevy Silverado extra cab 4 by 4 flex fuel truck with a 5.3 l vortec I have added a second alternator and second battery!! Separated the way this thing works the ...
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New alternator whining?
I have a concern about a new alternator I put on my 02 echo, again it too does not have a tensioner. Belt tension is created by pivoting the alternator away from the engine. This was the first time ...
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Alternator voltage constant with revs and battery light on
I recently installed a new aftermarket alternator in my 2006 Lexus is250 and checked the battery to make sure it was good.
After installation, the charging system warning light is on and I can't ...
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Alternator charging light on, turned itself off after about 15 minutes of driving
I just picked up a 98 Explorer XLT that had been sitting unused for about six months. I had to drive it from the SF bay area to Orange county, which is about a 400 mile drive. When I first started the ...
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2002 Subaru Impreza WRX alternator/charging issues
I have 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX. The alternator went, so I replaced it. The voltage gauge was jumping up and down when fans kicked on and when I turned on accessories. I figured the alternator was ...
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What would make an alternator produce flutuating voltage
The car is a 2013 Seat Mii with start/stop functionality.
The alternator is faulty as the output (measured at the alternator on an oscilloscope after the regulator) fluctuates between 3V and 14.5V in ...
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Is a self exciting high output alternator a bad idea?
My vehicle ('12 Accord LX 2.4l) has electronics that are constantly running: Compustar Drone & Compustar EZ-GO
It seems as though, the ELD prevent the battery from charging, and simply maintains ...
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Diagnosing Engine Knock
My 2003 Volvo XC70 had a slight engine knock for about 5000 miles but never showed any signs of damage to the engine. Oil was fine and it only made the sound in around the 2500-3500 rpm range.
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Battery light has been flickering for about a year now after replacing alternator and battery
After replacing both alternator and battery, I noticed the light flickering quickly for about a week, took it back to shop and they said everything looks fine. a year later it is still flickering. I ...
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Car won't start.
I have a 2009 pontiac g6 gt and my car will not start and I am trying to figure out why. Over the past few years I have replaced both the alternator and battery twice, and they both keep failing at ...
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Battery problem for paddy harvester
My harvester vehicle is Claas make. Model Crop tiger 40. I locally fabricated AC cabin for this vehicle. After AC installation, if my vehicle run one day in AC next day morning it is not getting self ...
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07 Ford Edge: battery and alternator problems
Replaced alternator, fuses, temperature control sensor, the plug that goes to the alternator and battery. The battery light comes on a few minutes after crank. We check the voltage on alternator and ...
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Will a 12v alternator/generator connected in parallel to the vehicle alternator cause damage long term?
I am a computer systems administrator and I've don't basic work on my car but haven't done anything significant with car electrical.
I have an overland/adventure truck I'm building with a battery bank ...
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New alternator and 2 new batteries but still get bad battery light
Have a dual battery setup in my 2000 gmc Sierra with an auxiliary battery for my sub isolated through a relay to the other for charging had some issues with the lights dimming so I replaced the ...
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2010 Kia soul car not staying on after removing jumper cables
Car wouldn’t start so used jumper cables to start car. However, after removing jumper cables lights dimmed then car died. 2nd try Jump starting car removed cables and was able to keep car running ...
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When alternator bolts slackened it starts putting out a proper voltage. Relay 2.2hdi
I've had some alternator woes over the past week.
Citroen Relay model II 2005 - 2.2hdi.
My alternator wasn't putting out anything:
Battery was down to 11.5v
Checked the alternator with a multimeter (...
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Alternator connection is bad
So I have a problem where one of the wires connecting to the alternator comes loose and stops charging my battery. I have an 08 Honda Accord. I have pulled the wire out and attempted to clean the ...
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How much electrical power can a van deliver at idle?
Trying to decide (for camping in a van) for power: Solar vs. Generator vs. Alternator
How much power could a van (assume a Ford E150 Econoline) deliver with the standard alternator per hour
at idle
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2002 Ford Escape Alternator Removal. Haynes says you can just remove it from the bottom but I know you cant?
I've taken out the alternator on this car twice. Both times I tied a rope to it and pulled it out from the top (damaging the wiring harness and probably some other stuff in the process). A mechanic ...
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Alternator gone bad after collision repair
I have a 2011 Honda Accord (92k miles, being driven about 10k/less per year) that was recently involved in a low-speed front-end collision (I rear ended a car in front of me at a stopped signal when ...
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What happens if the main battery gets connected backwards?
2008 Mitsubishi Nativa (Pajero?) now no power coming from alternator after my experienced mechanic hooked up the car's battery backwards.
He saw the spark he said but didn't register as he was ...
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12 to 24v charging with isolator
I'm trying to find the best way to charge my 24v solar battery bank off my 12v bus system. The simple way seems to be a step-up converter and a diode, but I'm wondering if I can replace the diode with ...
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What's happening with my alternator?
So, my car has blown up to 6 alternators thus far. Luckily I had a life time warranty replacement on it and did not have to pay for it. Autozone is definitely going to void that warranty on my next ...
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How can I get my H.O. alternator to charge at 14.Xv?
I recently installed an Eagle High 250amp H.O. alternator in my 2015 Altima.
Immediately upon starting the engine my battery light came on.
I hooked up my OBD-II scanner and it shows that the CPU ...
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Odd noise from top of engine
I'm helping a friend with their car. Its a 2014 Mazda 2, 1.5L engine, approx 105K miles. The car has been well maintained with regular oil changes.
There is an odd noise coming from the top of the ...
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Alternator problems: First too much voltage now not enough
I had to put in a new alternator in my 99 Isuzu Amigo. The old one burnt up. Everything seemed fine...output was around 14.4 volts, however, the plug that goes to the "S" & "L" terminals on the ...
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2003 Mazda Tribute lost power
I have a 2003 Mazda Tribute with the V6. The battery light will occasionally come on, sometimes it just flashes, other it stays on. I had the battery and alternator checked at two different auto parts ...
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Battery light still on after alternator change?
I hope I'm allowed to post this here... If not please disregard and know that I'm sorry.
My 2004 Mercury Monterey broke down last night (all electronics shut off and it came to a sputtering halt) due ...
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Alternator amperage to charge 3 batteries
I have a 2009 accord sedan, with a sound system installed. How many amps should my alternator be to charge my 3 batteries? My OEM alternator currently puts out 130.
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Exciter Circuit Oddity
When doing a timing Belt job in my 1987 Porsche 928, we cleaned up the engine bay and made sure the electrical loom associated with T18 (an under the hood terminal connector) was routed and secured ...
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Isolator or Separator for my Hitachi alternator
I am looking to charge an auxiliary battery for my motorhome, but am not sure if I can use an isolator given the alternator. It is a Hitachi LR160-78B 60a alternator in a 1985 Nissan 720 pickup (...
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Battery dead. Why won't my car start when jumped?
I have a 2007 Lexus ES350 with about 185K miles on it. I've owned it for about 14 months, never had a problem.
Over the past couple of days it was sitting parked in my garage. I'm not sure, but the ...
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Voltage measurements with the alternator running fluctuate
I own a 1994 Mazda Protege. On Sundays, I measure the voltage at the battery terminals, and register it. First with the car turned off, and then with the car idling.
The voltage with the car turned ...
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Wire loom clip behind Lexus alternator has little play
I was following along this lexus alternator replacement tutorial, and at 12:32, the guy uses a 10mm wrench to release the clip on the alternator L bracket very easily.
I used his trick with much ...
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Briggs alternator identification
These are pics of the alternator, yes I have looked at the Briggs guide, the most similar one I’ve found is the 397880 but this does not have the capacitors on it. I’ve spent hours looking so maybe ...
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