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Could the problem be your alternator or the battery when the check gauge engine light comes on while the battery gauge keeps moving.?
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∙ 13y ago
that depends on what your voltage gages says while the car is running. while the alternator is spinning, it should generate 13 to 18 volts. if that's the case, your alternator is fine. If not, you need to replace it. it won't charge the battery, giving you about 20 minutes of drive time, but the more you drive the battery like that, the more you will stress it out. if you stress the battery too much, it may go bad on you too. you can get the battery and alternator tested at most auto parts stores. many stores will even test your parts for free.
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Will a car battery recharge if the car is on but not moving?
yes the engine runs the charger/alternator as long as the engine is running the battery should be chargeing
Does a car have to be moving to charge the battery?
No , for the battery to be charged the engine must be running . This means that your alternator , if it's functioning properly , is charging the car's battery as the engine is on/running .
When your 99 VW Golf is stationary the headlights seem to loose brightness intermittently Anyone know of this problem?
It may be the result of a malfunctioning alternator, or simply a loose alternator belt. When the car is idling, the rpm's of the engine are decreased. This means that the battery is putting out energy, but the engine is not moving the alternator fast enough to refill the charge. When the car is moving, the alternator is getting enough power to keep the lights from dimming.
What is the purpose of the fan or alternator belt?
Any belt in a car assists in moving all parts within the engine to work in providing power and cooling to vehicle. The alternator provides power to the battery and the fan cools the radiator so the engine will not overheat.
Why is Alternator light is flashing on 2002 dodge stratus?
alternator light is flashing by telling you that the alternator isn't working proper. the alternator is the one that keep charging the battery. it help keep your car moving longer. if you drive without alternator and it wouldn't keep the engine running for 5 min.
How do you know if your alternator is bad on your 97 Plymouth voyager?
When the battery light stays on or flickers. If you have a voltmeter, you can check voltage at the battery. With car off, should read 12 volts. Running, it should be 13 or 14 volts, unless there's a problem with wiring between the alternator and battery. You can check voltage between big wire, usually red, from back of alternator and frame while running, but watch out for belt, alternator fan blades, other moving parts.
What charges the car battery in your car?
Actually the charging mechanism in an automobile is the alternator, and it works whether the wheels are moving or not. The alternator is one of the parts in the engine compartment that have a drive belt. These are the belts that turn the cooling fan for most cars, and for that reason the belts are commonly known as "fan belts". Most new cars have what is known as a serpentine fan belt, that turns more than one part of the car, the alternator being one of the parts being turned. While the engine is running the alternator is putting out a charge that continually charges the coil and other ignition systems along with the cars battery. When the alternator fails the car will run until the battery is drained of it's charge, and that is when you have a dead battery usually.
Is it safe when the battery light is on?
yes it is safe...to a point lol. When your battery light is on that means you have a dead battery. The most likely cause of this is your alternator. You can test this by adding a few rpm's and if it goes away then that's your problem. but to answer your question. yes it is safe if you are not moving, if however, you car could turn off and you would have no pwr steering or brakes.....
Engine don't want to turn over?
The alternator drive belt ( often called the fan belt) is not tight enough because it is worn or stretched or incorrectly adjusted . This makes it slip on the pulleys . It happens when there is a heavy load on the belt, such as when the alternator is trying to recharge the battery after starting the engine , or when the power steering pump is working hard as you turn the steering wheel with the car moving slowly. This fault is more common on diesel vehicles since the heavy duty batteries place a greater load on the alternator.
1994 Saturn SC2 the shoulder belt retractors only retract a few inches Also have a battery drain Could be the same problem Any thoughts?
I had a similar thing happen to my 1994 and the problem turned out to be the alternator. You should have it (the alternator) checked and see how much it�s putting out.It is most likely the same problem, those sliders have open access to the battery as they work when the key isn't in. If the sliders are stuck somewhere in between it is an open circuit because they are fighting to get where they need to be even if they arent moving/no sound.
Can a belt moving to slow cause the battery to drain?
If it is the belt that drives the alternator, then yes. In many cars, the serpentine belt (the huge, long belt that most think is the "belt" in their car) drives the alternator, and so if it's loose or slipping, will cause the alternator to run sporadically, which will result in a battery that doesn't retain a charge like it should.
Can any alternator in existence charge the battery while the car is off and not moving for any length of time - is this at all possible?
nope car must be running
