Originally posted by brandonsvt99:
..How exactly do you check the altenator?I'm no mechanic by any standards.
In that case, forget about checking the Voltage Regulator.
But to test the alternator, you buy a digital volt/ohm meter (DVOM), usually about $20. Then with engine running, set DVOM on voltage scale, put DVOM leads on terminals on the battery. Should be 14 to 14.5 volts.
As previously posted, check the bulb holder and wiring too.
Good luck.
"Always do the cheap and easy ones first."
1996 V6 ATX 96K miles
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