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When you yourself have tested the billing system of a car or truck fitted by having an alternator , as well as the checks in Simple tips to test a car or truck battery pack point out a fault within the voltage regulator , ensure that you want to replace it. The fault might be somewhere else.

In the event that easy tests described here usually do not work, just take the automobile to an auto-electrician; alternators suited to contemporary vehicles can be damaged.

Before doing any ongoing work with an alternator system other than testing, disconnect both terminals of this battery pack .

Wrong charging or no production are because of a poorly earthed regulator. Ensure that the connections are tight and clean. The machine can be earthed through its mountings or with a lead that is separate.

Undercharging could be brought on by defective alternator brushes and slide bands ( See alternator that is renewing ), along with by a defective regulator.

A way that is simple check out the alternator is always to begin the engine and link a voltmeter throughout the battery pack terminals. If it registers battery pack voltage only, the fault is within the alternator or its wiring, or in a field relay that is isolating fitted.

You should replace it if it registers an excessive charge (15 volts or more) the regulator is faulty and.

Changing a Lucas ACR interior regulator

Utilizing the battery disconnected, eliminate the cover that is rear of alternator. (more…)