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Discussion in '456/550/575' started by jordan456, Jul 4, 2007.

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  1. jordan456

    jordan456 Rookie

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    #1 jordan456, Jul 4, 2007
    Just got back from a great run in the 456. As I pulled in the driveway the battery light came on. I guess I will check to see if its an Alternator problem. Any suggestions ?
     
  2. hakan

    hakan Karting

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    #2 hakan, Jul 6, 2007
    Well I got stuck in Greece during gumball with a bad alternator..
    first battery light followed by power steering light and abs light. windows slow down in closing and opening.. than to a silent dead.. all happens withing 10 mins..
    So I am thinking if you dont have power steering and abs light on .. it just may be battery going bad..
    Test if battery reads around 14 volts when engine is running and 12 volts when engine stopped.
    14 tells you alternator is recharging.
    alternator is around 900USD brand new.. harmony autosports have it if you need it.. ask for chris.. he is great with keeping up with the order.
    Good luck
     
  3. gatorgreg

    gatorgreg Formula 3
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    #3 gatorgreg, Jul 6, 2007
    try the ground cable first
     
  4. rmfurzeland

    rmfurzeland Formula Junior

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    #4 rmfurzeland, Jul 7, 2007
    Shouldnt we check the alternator belt first to see if its slack and slipping?
    Ron
     
  5. PAP 348

    PAP 348 Ten Time F1 World Champ
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    #5 PAP 348, Jul 7, 2007
    That's a good advice Ron ;)
     

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