Is there a problem with the alternator in Liberty?
Discussion in ‘ Liberty ‘ started by jonahb1987, Jul 10, 2019 . I recently had a breakdown. At first we thought it was the alternator, so I bought a new one. Had it installed at a mechanic and the same problem would happen. After being jumped, it would start but putter out in like 4 minutes.
What are the signs of a bad car battery?
A sticker that reads 09/15, for example, is living on borrowed time. This is the classic bad battery symptom. You turn the key and the engine cranks, making a sluggish whirring sound, for longer than usual before the engine starts. If this is happening, it’s time to get your battery tested.
What does the battery light on a car mean?
Your battery’s job is to start the car—it’s your alternator that generates the power that keeps it running and recharges the battery. A more helpful way to interpret that battery light is that it’s warning you that your car is running only on battery power.
When to know if your car battery is out of date?
This seems obvious, but it’s worth mentioning. If your battery is more than a few years old, suspect that it may be nearing the end of its life. All parts wear out over time, and batteries are no different.
Discussion in ‘ Liberty ‘ started by jonahb1987, Jul 10, 2019 . I recently had a breakdown. At first we thought it was the alternator, so I bought a new one. Had it installed at a mechanic and the same problem would happen. After being jumped, it would start but putter out in like 4 minutes.
What causes an alternator to go over base voltage?
If you are getting more than 2 volts above base voltage, most likely your alternator is over-charging the battery or the battery is faulty. Other potential problems are a faulty voltage regulator or a problem in the charging system wiring.
Can a battery voltage test be done on an alternator?
One test is not enough if you are diagnosing a charging system problem. All too often, the alternator is condemned as the source of the problem if only battery voltage is present with the engine running. If this is the case, it only means that the alternator is not charging, but does not reveal why.
What happens if the alternator in your car fails?
If it breaks and the components in your car’s electrical system are going to have a spotty ability to continue working if they work at all. If the voltage regulator in your car completely fails, then the battery can no longer be charged by the alternator and it will soon lose its charge and die.