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Why is my alternator not working on my Toyota RAV4?

Why is my alternator not working on my Toyota RAV4?

Click to expand… Since the alternator is not putting out voltage in the 13.8-14.8 volt range, it is not working. If the alternator is not working , the battery will continue to drop in voltage as the current is drawn from it. You seem surprised that the voltage does not drop when the car is off, but does drop when the engine is running.

What kind of engine does a Toyota Pickup have?

Today’s Toyota Pickup is a large, powerful and luxurious vehicle, enabling their owners to get the job done in style and comfort. A range of engine options are available, from economical four-cylinder power plants to the massive 4.0 liter V6 1GR-FE.

What should I do if my alternator is low?

As the battery voltage began to get low, you turned off the unnecessary load, the battery voltage increased slightly (E=I*R) and the engine ran better. I think purchasing a new battery was a waste of time.

Why does the battery drop when the alternator is off?

Since the alternator is not putting out voltage in the 13.8-14.8 volt range, it is not working. If the alternator is not working , the battery will continue to drop in voltage as the current is drawn from it. You seem surprised that the voltage does not drop when the car is off, but does drop when the engine is running. That is simple to explain.

What kind of alternator does a Toyota truck use?

The 90-110 AMP series alternators are a direct replacement and utilize Toyota’s original wiring harness and factory mounting hardware. Due to several changes by Toyota please include when ordering: the original equipment tag number from your truck’s alternator and regulator, and whether there is an IC regulator on the driver’s side fender.

What makes a high output alternator so good?

These high output alternators will bring your truck’s battery to a fully charged condition twice as fast as the stock alternator. Both of these heavy-duty small case alternators feature special, high output stator assemblies and special triple diode assemblies.

What makes a small case small case alternator special?

Both of these heavy-duty small case alternators feature special, high output stator assemblies and special triple diode assemblies. They are epoxy sealed to ensure unit integrity against dust and vibration. The diameter of the custom pulley increases low rpm output.

How many amps does a 130 amp alternator need?

The 130 and 160 AMP alternators are internally regulated and will handle huge lighting, winching, or stereo AMP loads. *130-160+ units may require minor modifications to install. *130-160+ units may require minor modifications to install.

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Ruth Doyle