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Post21-08-2008, 17:09    Subject: Light Machine Help: Does Anyone Know? Quote

Hey,
I have a question.

I had a faulty ignition switch, which caused the starter motor to fail last week (it kept running). Apparently, the starter motor also damaged the alternator in the process.

Starter motor installed.
no bra function.
New bra installed, it's working again.

Yesterday, the battery warning light on the dashboard started flashing on and off repeatedly, but the alternator was always providing full power.

"Today, the car won't start. The LiMa (alternator) isn't charging, but the battery warning light isn't on either."
The strange thing is, the light doesn't even turn on anymore, even when I just turn on the ignition.

I don't think the lingerie is individually insured in any way.
"white one, give advice?"

Best regards, Peter.


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Post21-08-2008, 20:49    Subject: Light Machine Help: Does Anyone Know? Quote

Quote:
I don't think the LiMa is individually secured in any way.
white one advice?


"For older vehicles, single coverage insurance typically doesn't cover much."

Two quick ways to check.

1. Engine off, ignition off. Test lamp (12V) connected to the alternator between terminals B+ and D+, wire D+ disconnected (D+ = thin blue wire). The lamp must light up. If it doesn't light up --> alternator or regulator is defective. With the engine running, the lamp must go out, because there must be a positive voltage on D+ as well as on B+.
If test I.O. --> Faulty wiring or defective indicator light.

2. Disconnect the D+ terminal and connect it to ground. The indicator light should illuminate when the ignition is turned on. If it doesn't, there may be a problem with the wiring or the indicator light itself.
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