Chevrolet/99 S-10 Battery Warning Light
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This morning, about 100 yards from my driveway, my battery light came on. The gage indicated 12 volts charging. All accessories work. I turned of the vehicle, turned on the key. The gage indicates 12 volts without the engine running. It seems the battery is okay. Drove 15 miles to work, parked for 8+ hours. Engine started fine. Drove 15 miles home. Other than the battery light is on, no other problems are evident.
Larry ;
HI - well you might have trouble with your altanator , as 12 volts charging is not enough - your battery will soon go dead , the altanator might have a bad dioede and it is not putting out enough juice as it should be close to 14+ so check the alt. out. ok >>>
Roger JM W
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| Comment | You were right on the battery going dead. Left me stranded. Now we will see about the alternator. Thanks for your help | ||
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