I'm Dave I need alternator help.

[dbookamer]

2007 outback stopped charging as it should. 1 new alternator later same thing. i'd like to check the exciter wire if some one can tell me how .Getting ready to take it to a garage. any help appreciated.

 

[bmart]

Did you diagnose the charging system or just installed an alternator?

 

[dbookamer]

Did you diagnose the charging system or just installed an alternator?

i just used a meter-11.3 volts.

 

[bmart]

And the battery when disconnected from the car, and after a full charge then waiting 24 hours?

 

[dbookamer]

And the battery when disconnected from the car, and after a full charge then waiting 24 hours?

battery has stayed over 12 volts over a period of several days and has started the car several times battery 1 year old. with engine running 11.3 v across batt terminals

 

[bmart]

12.0 volts is a dead battery. They are 2.2v per each of 6 cells.

 

[dbookamer]

12.0 volts is a dead battery. They are 2.2v per each of 6 cells.

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[dbookamer]

it still starts it good but i will put it on to charge. I admit my ignorance. what should I do?

 

[bmart]

Get it properly diagnosed. Parts are expensive.

 

[dbookamer]

Get it properly diagnosed. Parts are expensive.

I'll do that, thanks

 

[capless]

sorry about that.