How much is an alternator for a 2000 Subaru Legacy?
| This item New Alternator Replacement For Subaru 2.5L 2.5 Legacy Outback Automatic Transmission 2000 2001 2002 00 01 02 LR190-742, ALT-3034, 23700-AA31A, LR190742, 23700AA31A, 13829 | |
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What happens to the alternator in a Subaru Outback?
The alternator in your Subaru Outback is the heart of the charging system. Without it, the battery would quickly run out of power and the engine would stall.
What should the battery voltage be in a Subaru Outback?
It should be above 12.3 volts with the engine off and the ignition key in the “Off” position. If the battery voltage is less than 12.3 volts, charge the battery before testing the alternator. A discharged battery may cause the alternator in your Subaru to overcharge and may be a possible cause for alternator failure.
What should the voltage be on a Subaru alternator?
If there is no voltage at the alternator, check the charging system fuse in the under-hood fuse block. Reconnect the positive DVOM lead to the positive battery terminal and start the engine. The voltage should now read above 13.5 volts.
Where is the charging post on a Subaru Outback?
The charging post is the metal screw that the large wire is bolted to on the back of the alternator. The voltage reading on the DVOM should be the same as that on the battery. If there is no voltage at the alternator, check the charging system fuse in the under-hood fuse block.
Is the alternator on my Outback still working?
2018 Outback- Brand new!! 2003 Outback, 4cyl. 290,000 miles and still goin’ strong!! I would say that the chances of the old alternator “going out” without a peep, and this brand new one both being simultaneously defective is a stretch.
What should I do if my alternator goes out?
Recheck the smaller wires to the alternator and recheck the battery voltage when the car is off. I would say that the chances of the old alternator “going out” without a peep, and this brand new one both being simultaneously defective is a stretch.
What should the DVM be on an alternator?
*) Red of the DVM on alternator case. In this measurement, you are looking for less than 5mV. Anything more than 5mV and you have poor ground connection between battery and engine. 2018 Outback- Brand new!! 2003 Outback, 4cyl. 290,000 miles and still goin’ strong!!
What’s the battery voltage on an old alternator?
The old alternator tested good at Autozone. The battery has 11.8 volts now. Turning on the ignition drops that to 11.6. Starting the car drops it to 11.4. The alternator to body voltage with the engine running is 11.4 volts.