How can I tell if my alternator is dead?
If the alternator light doesn’t go off, then the charging system needs servicing. Stop the engine, turn on the headlights, then start the car. If they dim significantly, that is another indication of a charging problem. If the lights get brighter when you rev the engine, the alternator may be partially supplying the battery with power.
Why does the battery light still come on after changing the alternator?
Will the battery light still come on if the battery (factory original by the way) is starting to go bad…maybe the bad alternator (if it was bad) weakened it? Or does the battery light need to be reset after changing out the alternator? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Is the ground fine going to the alternator?
Yes the ground is fine going to the alternator, both battery terminals are cleaned on both ends. At the connector level at the alternator no residue, plug looked fine. On very first event 3 weeks ago, the very first sign of battery being lit up at higway speed, I had both battery terminals with green deposit.
How can I tell if my car battery is dead?
If they dim significantly, that is another indication of a charging problem. If the lights get brighter when you rev the engine, the alternator may be partially supplying the battery with power.
When to know if your alternator or battery is dead?
If the engine starts but dies immediately, your alternator probably isn’t keeping your battery charged. If a jump starts and keeps your car running, but the car can’t start again off of its own power, a dead battery is likely your answer.
Why does the battery light come on after the alternator is replaced?
This would make the Battery Light come on. It is also possible that there is a problem with the fusible link or the alternator fuse for the charging system.
What happens when the diodes in an alternator go bad?
Alternators use diodes to rectify alternating current produced by the alternator into direct current. When one or more diodes go bad, the alternator can cause all kinds of problems. AC voltage leak can cause your lights to dim and drain power from your battery, for example.
Why is the battery light on on my 4.6L?
Broken wire coming off the alternator. It may not look broken but it could be broke inside the insulation. That was the story with my 4.6L. The battery light would come on and off, wiggled the single grey wire and it would turn the light on and off.