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Alternator issue
« on: May 06, 2013, 09:25:29 PM »
Does anyone know why my alternator isnt switching on to charge my battery? Everything is plugged in right
New alternator too
Im suspecting a bad ecu or wiring

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Re: Alternator issue
« Reply #1 on: May 08, 2013, 07:04:17 AM »
I'll have to look up the wiring diagrams, but IIRC that's a pretty simple system.  Check the grounds, wires and have the battery load tested.  Then check the regulator.  Most auto shops will run a free test of both the battery and alternator.
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