Common questions

Why is my alternator producing High voltage?

Why is my alternator producing High voltage?

If you are getting more than 2 volts above base voltage, most likely your alternator is over-charging the battery or the battery is faulty. Other potential problems are a faulty voltage regulator or a problem in the charging system wiring.

Why is my new alternator hot?

Most likely causes are; the alternator has been upgraded to a larger unit or the alternator voltage is excessive. High alternator voltage will allow it to produce too many amps and cause the alternator to run hot – too hot will result in premature failure (burning) of your alternator – like really quickly too.

Where can I buy a rebuilt Honda alternator?

If you know how to rebuild it, look for the rebuild kit in your local auto parts store or go on car-parts.com. You can buy a used one with warranty for less than what you would pay for a new one or a remanufactured one. Thanks! How do I fix the alternator of a 2004 Honda CRV? You’re better off replacing your alternator instead of fixing it. Thanks!

Is there an alternator upgrade kit that lasts?

Stop replacing, upgrade to the alternator that lasts! Our exclusive unique External Voltage Regulator kit was developed buy us to solve the problem of computers where the voltage control has failed in the computer yet the computer runs the vehicle just fine. No one else offers this product. Is your Alternator Over Charging?

Is there an alternator rebuild kit for a Passat?

Alternator Rebuild Kit 1996-1997 Volkswagen Passat L4 1.9L Diesel with Bosch 120 Amp Alternator, Regulator, Brushes, Bearings – 13833RK Alternator Rebuild Kit 2004-2005 Toyota Rav4 A/T Voltage Regulator, Brushes & Bearings with Denso 100 Amp Alternator – 11088RK

What should the voltage be on an alternator?

Alternator Testing: What Is The Correct Voltage? For some alternators, it’s normal to see as low as 13 volts. For some, a constant 13.6 volts is an indication of a problem.

How is the voltage of a Crown Vic alternator regulated?

Your Crown Vic charging system voltage is regulated by the Powertrain Control Module. So the PCM will only produce enough voltage to keep the electronics operating. You don’t say the what the other vehicle is. So, it could have an internal regulator inside the alternator.

If you know how to rebuild it, look for the rebuild kit in your local auto parts store or go on car-parts.com. You can buy a used one with warranty for less than what you would pay for a new one or a remanufactured one. Thanks! How do I fix the alternator of a 2004 Honda CRV? You’re better off replacing your alternator instead of fixing it. Thanks!

Can a dead voltage regulator be replaced in an alternator?

At least a dead voltage regulator in the alternator. The voltage regulator can be easily replaced without removing the alternator most of the time, and usually is cheap so worth a try. Nevertheless, you should definitely clean those connectors and terminals every now and then. – galingong Feb 15 ’17 at 9:25

Alternator Rebuild Kit 1996-1997 Volkswagen Passat L4 1.9L Diesel with Bosch 120 Amp Alternator, Regulator, Brushes, Bearings – 13833RK Alternator Rebuild Kit 2004-2005 Toyota Rav4 A/T Voltage Regulator, Brushes & Bearings with Denso 100 Amp Alternator – 11088RK

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