What do dots mean on dipstick?
What do dots mean on dipstick?
The dots are there to help you visualize where the level is. They DO NOT equate to one quart for each. If your oil level is at the bottom of the hashes, one quart should take it to the top as was posted before.
What’s the voltage regulator on my Silverado truck?
The truck now has 85,000 miles and on my way to go camping (about 125 mile trip one way) the voltage regulator dropped to around 11 or 12. Of course I panicked and found the nearest parts store to check for a bad alternator, they said all good no problems.
How many volts does a full size pickup have?
Some customers may comment that the voltmeter is fluctuating between 12 and 14 volts on their full size pickup or utility vehicle. Starting with the 2005 model year, light duty full size pickups and utilities are equipped with a new Regulated Voltage Control (RVC) system.
Why does the voltmeter fluctuate between 12 and 14 volts?
This will cause the voltmeter to fluctuate between 12 and 14 volts as opposed to non-regulated systems that usually maintain a more consistent reading of 14 volts. This fluctuation with the RVC system is normal system operation and NO repairs should be attempted.
What should generator voltage be in fuel economy mode?
While the RVC system does reduce the generator’s targeted output voltage to 12.6-13.1 volts when in “Fuel Economy Mode”, this feature is bypassed if the tow/haul feature is enabled.
The truck now has 85,000 miles and on my way to go camping (about 125 mile trip one way) the voltage regulator dropped to around 11 or 12. Of course I panicked and found the nearest parts store to check for a bad alternator, they said all good no problems.
What should the voltage be on a GM alternator?
Ideal Voltage Output Ideally, the GM alternator should be putting out anywhere between 13.5 and 14.5 volts. A voltage regulator helps regulate the voltage that an alternator provides. If the voltage dips below the optimal range, then the regulator kicks in to get the alternator to make more voltage.
Some customers may comment that the voltmeter is fluctuating between 12 and 14 volts on their full size pickup or utility vehicle. Starting with the 2005 model year, light duty full size pickups and utilities are equipped with a new Regulated Voltage Control (RVC) system.
While the RVC system does reduce the generator’s targeted output voltage to 12.6-13.1 volts when in “Fuel Economy Mode”, this feature is bypassed if the tow/haul feature is enabled.
