How to tell if your Toyota RAV4 has an alternator problem?
Eventually the warning light will go on letting you know that the battery is not charging. Being aware of the smells and sounds that your Rav4 makes is a great way to notice when something has gone wrong, and help you identify any potential alternator problems.
What does the battery light mean on a Toyota RAV4?
If your alternator is no longer capable of charging the battery, the battery light will come on. It’s a warning light that indicates that the voltage in the battery is not sufficient. The alternator may be charging still, but just not enough to cover the electrical needs of your Rav4.
What to do if your alternator is not charging?
If you have reason to believe that your alternator is not charging the battery all the way, and you are out and about, see if turning off all of the accessories (including climate control) and lights that you safely can gets the warning light to turn off.
When do you Know Your alternator is going bad?
When your alternator is going bad, one of the first things that you may notice is that the headlights and dashboard lights begin to fade. Eventually the warning light will go on letting you know that the battery is not charging.
What’s the problem with my Toyota RAV4 battery?
So I figured it has to be the alternator or battery. We changed the alternator and the store said the battery was good. Day two, Drove around for about 2 hours and same deal.
How can I tell if my alternator is bad?
You shouldn’t fix/replace anything unless it’s broke. To determine if the alternator is working, measure the battery voltage when the engine is running. A voltage of 13.8-14.8 = good alternator. Less than that = bad alternator. Day two, acted like the alternator just was not charging the battery.
What kind of problems does a Toyota RAV4 have?
2000-2004 RAV4 – Common Problems. A 2002 Toyota RAV4. Clogged Pistons: See 2005-2012 RAV4 – Common Problems. Failing ECM: The ECM (engine control module) in 2000-2004 RAV4 tends to fail prematurely, causing the transmission to act erratically. Symptoms include loss of power, jerking and hesitating when shifting, and launching on third gear.
What should the voltage be on a Toyota alternator?
Turn the key, and I get nothing, not even a click. I check the battery voltage, read 13.1 volts, so I am fine there. I have lights, radio, door chime, etc. Next I check the alternator to make sure it’s hooked up correctly, and it is. I’m getting frustrated at this point, but decide to check the fuses.