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Where is the voltage regulator on a 1999 plymouth breeze? Replaced battery,still dead had alternator tested at two diffrent shops and tested ,OKAY ! at both shops. disconnected the ground cable from battery and got a voltage readong from the disconnected ground cable of 10 amps,does that men that something is on and draining the battery? checked for interior lights and trunk lights , nothing seems to bee running after jcar is running !
Hi After I read your response , I discovered that the end of the negative cable was not bolted on top the engine block. I thought that was the problem ,next morning ,samol thing ,dead as a door nail ! can you explain to me how to check the fuses for an open current , something is draing the battery, like i've said the battery is new and the alternator checks out fine from two diffrent auto parts stores,and I can't visably see any accessory lights staying on , and ,I too, am hoping it's not the Voltage regulator , because if that's the case, it requires that the PCM be changed out, was'nt it nice of chrysler to come up with that set up ?Hi After I read your response , I discovered that the end of the negative cable was not bolted on top the engine block. I thought that was the problem ,next morning ,samol thing ,dead as a door nail ! can you explain to me how to check the fuses for an open current , something is draing the battery, like i've said the battery is new and the alternator checks out fine from two diffrent auto parts stores,and I can't visably see any accessory lights staying on , and ,I too, am hoping it's not the Voltage regulator , because if that's the case, it requires that the PCM be changed out, was'nt it nice of chrysler to come up with that set up ?
ten amps is a pretty big draw. Have you tried removing fuses to see what system is causing the draw? On some chrysler products,the regulator is incorperated into the computer. Hope you don't have that system!! ten amps is a pretty big draw. Have you tried removing fuses to see what system is causing the draw? On some chrysler products,the regulator is incorperated into the computer. Hope you don't have that system!!
many unlooked at lights in the vehicle is the glove box light , best to check for any lights on is at night or a very dark garage. any light that is on , you should see. 10 amps is a huge draw......many unlooked at lights in the vehicle is the glove box light , best to check for any lights on is at night or a very dark garage. any light that is on , you should see. 10 amps is a huge draw......
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Just to make it clear...I didn't say that the regulator was drawing power, ranthe that if the alternator checked out, the regulator may not be allowing it to charge properly.
disconnect the alternator overnight and see if problem goes away (shorted diode will cause this draw, alt will test out ok as far as charging rate goes), it is very unlikely that the PCM is the problem, it draws less than 300 thousandths of an ampdisconnect the alternator overnight and see if problem goes away (shorted diode will cause this draw, alt will test out ok as far as charging rate goes), it is very unlikely that the PCM is the problem, it draws less than 300 thousandths of an amp
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You have to make sure battery has a full charge and that means testing. Your saying the starter motor won't even crank the engine? I'd have to check starter wiring circuits for voltage drop?Also, make sure battery connections are good. Engine cranking, your systems get battery voltage. Engine running, the vehicle system get generator voltage which can be several volts higher than battery voltage.
Use a digital multimeter across battery posts, everything off, what is the reading, the generic spec for a full charge is around 12.6 volts. Leave the meter leads hooked up, have helper turn key to crank, what is the reading, how far does it drop? The generic spec says it shouldn't drop below 9.6 volts, that spec may be subjective but, close.
Check to see that the trunk light and glove compartment light actually turn OFF when the trunk and glove box doors are closed. Also, if one of the diodes on the alternator has failed, it may still test "good." With the car sitting, ignition off, fully-charged battery, check to see if the back of the alternator is HOT. If it is HOT, replace the alternator.
Not all bench tests on alternators are reliable. That battery has to be brought back to a full charge. It could be a simple connection to the alternator. Check those battery cables as well make sure the ground wire is secure.
possible that the mechanic who sis not auto electrical qualified has damaged the alternator when fitting it of has fitted the wrong unit ( internal voltage regulation as opposed to external voltage regulation) take it to an accredited auto electrician for a bench test , have the voltage regulator tested and load test the battery as well
batteries can be defective for manufacture
It sounds like the vehicle has stopped charging the battery.Charge your new battery first and see if it starts,or put a volt meter across the 2 teminals and read the voltage ,if it is below 10.6 volts the powertrain control module and the transmission control module will nt funtion due to low voltage.The alternator has an external regulator located in the powertrain control module,which regulates the voltage at 13.6 volts.If this is the case you need to test the alternator.You can take it off and take it to an auto parts store(they will test it at no charge),or you can get a scanner and full field the unit.Start there and let me know because the underhood fuse panel(pdc)could also cause problems.thank you Ramundoo
Sounds like your voltage regulator is acting up, and at times will not let alternator voltage reach the circuit. At this point car stars drawing on battery alone (triggering battery light) and working until it is out of juice. Before you buy a new voltage regulator, make sure that its contact points on the alternator, and the plug from it to the vehicle circuit is clean, shiny and making good contact. These parts, due to their location tend to collect dirt and moisture, leading to an intermittent performance before they stop working completely.
Have it checked again! Perhaps a loose connection at the altenator that makes the altenator test OK at one time but fail at other times. Also have your battery cables checked at both ends. Not just the ends where it connects to the battery.
this light points to the alternator not providing enough voltage to keep the battery charged. most alternators should have 13.5 to 14.5 volts output. continuing to drive the vehicle like this will cause the battery to go dead. have your alternator tested on the caravan by your local dealer,repair shop or some auto parts stores can do it. a remanufactured alternator will cost around $100 to $200 plus diagnosis and installation.
Most likely yes; but after replacing the battery, be sure to make sure the charging system is working. Whgen the car is running, the voltage at the battery should read between 14 - 16 volts
Hi After I read your response , I discovered that the end of the negative cable was not bolted on top the engine block. I thought that was the problem ,next morning ,samol thing ,dead as a door nail ! can you explain to me how to check the fuses for an open current , something is draing the battery, like i've said the battery is new and the alternator checks out fine from two diffrent auto parts stores,and I can't visably see any accessory lights staying on , and ,I too, am hoping it's not the Voltage regulator , because if that's the case, it requires that the PCM be changed out, was'nt it nice of chrysler to come up with that set up ?
Thank you I certainly will try that , I apprecite your quick response : )
ten amps is a pretty big draw. Have you tried removing fuses to see what system is causing the draw? On some chrysler products,the regulator is incorperated into the computer. Hope you don't have that system!!
many unlooked at lights in the vehicle is the glove box light , best to check for any lights on is at night or a very dark garage. any light that is on , you should see. 10 amps is a huge draw......
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