95 geo tracker

1995 GEO TRACKER
4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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3GRANDKIDS
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battery not charging
alt is good what can cause this
Jan 12, 2011 at 5:36 AM
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FIXITMR
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does alt/bat light show with key on? if yes check under hood fuse box for bad fuse/connections.
Jan 12, 2011 at 6:02 AM
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FIXITMR
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and check for bad ground connections. make sure alternator is sufficiently grounded.
Jan 12, 2011 at 6:05 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Check the continuity between the main alternator wire and battery. Use a voltmeter to test the charging voltage at battery main terminal and body. If voltage is 13.5 to 14.5 volts and voltage between battery terminals is battery voltage, there is a break in the wire. Check the ALT fuse.

Mar 30, 2011 at 10:53 PM
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