alternator changed and still not charging.? suggestions?
02-13-2004, 06:39 PM
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alternator changed and still not charging.? suggestions?
i just changed alternator with one i bought from autozone and my car is still not charging... battery was tested and still good... starter tested still good... starter wires hooked up correctly.. tested alternator and it was sending back enough charge is what associate at auto parts told me... could there be something else i can check? opinions?
02-14-2004, 09:18 AM
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no.. no system... just a cd player with 2 factory 6 1/2.... i was going to put a system but not with my car not getting charged with a brand new alternator... do you guys think its the alternator?
02-14-2004, 02:07 PM
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Check your grounds and battery connections for corrosion or loose connection.
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There is the often overlooked ELD in the MAIN fuse panel on the passenger side shock tower. This device controls the output of the alternator on a CRX and certain Civics. You should always have one of 2 readings when the engine is running--12.7 volts normal and 14.1-14.4 during charging. The Helm gives a very good explanation as will some dealer techs. Seems the ELD also senses engine and other loads and this helps with gas mileage. BTW: the battery should read ~12.7 volts with the engine off.