Alternator - Troubleshooting
Problem
Not recharged
Recharge insufficient
Excessive recharge
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING
Possible Cause
Recharge circuit interrupted (warning lamp,
fuse, connector, etc.)
Voltage regulator inefficient
Rotor winder interrupted
Worn brushes
Slackened fan belt
Voltage regulator faulty
Excessive wear of rotor rings or brushes
Short-circuited diodes
Short-circuited stator winders or rotor
winder
Loose circuit connections
Voltage regulator inefficient
Ground connection faulty
Check the connections of the recharge cir-
cuit, clean and tighten the alternator and
battery terminals
Replace alternator
Replace alternator
Replace alternator
Supply the correct tension
Replace alternator
Replace alternator
Replace alternator
Replace alternator
Check the connections of battery terminals,
starter motor terminals and alternator
Replace alternator
Check connections for leaks
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Correction