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What are the wires to the alternator in a jeep?
There are 3 wires attached to the alternator. One is a big fat wire that goes to the battery, this is the alternator output. The other two wires feed power to the field coil.
Why does my alternator not charge my battery?
If this sensor tells the PCM that the battery is too hot, the PCM might refuse to power the field coil ’cause it thinks bad things might happen if the alternator tries to charge an overheated battery. Was this answer helpful?
How can I tell if my alternator is bad?
You can check if the field coil is powered by connecting a multimeter to the terminals of the field coil, and starting the engine. Be careful to avoid getting caught by the alternator belt! With the engine running, there should be voltage across the terminals.
Can a bad alternator cause a bad PCM?
If these are all good, then you need to check the wiring between the PCM and the alternator, or the PCM itself may have a problem. Another possibility is a bad Battery Temperature Sensor.
Where can I get an alternator for my Jeep Cherokee?
Your Jeep Cherokee is versatile, rugged and durable. Make sure that you have the right voltage output for your Cherokee’s electrical system and components by replacing your Jeep Cherokee alternator with an aftermarket option at the right cost from AutoZone.
Why is the alternator on my Jeep not charging?
Looks like the field coil of the alternator isn’t getting power. There are 3 wires attached to the alternator. One is a big fat wire that goes to the battery, this is the alternator output. The other two wires feed power to the field coil.
If these are all good, then you need to check the wiring between the PCM and the alternator, or the PCM itself may have a problem. Another possibility is a bad Battery Temperature Sensor.
Where are the fuses on a jeep alternator?
If you don’t see voltage on the field coil terminals, you might have a blown fuse. The field coil is powered by a box called Powertrain Control Module, and there are 3 fuses that might be of interest, numbered 6, 19, and 26 according to the schematic (see below).