The Battary indicaters light red and the Battary is not charging, what is the problem and what fuse to check?

1995 MERCEDES BENZ S320

289,000 MILES

MOHAMMEDADL123

MEMBER
2 POSTS
FOLLOW

The Battary indicaters light red 3 days ago, the car is still working,then there is no charging of the Battary. What fuses to check and what should I do?

Mar 31, 2012 at 1:46 PM

Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.

ASEMASTER6371

CAR REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
52,796 POSTS

Put a voltmeter on the battery. it should be 14-14.5 volts.

if it is, you may have a failed diode in the alternator.

if it isnt, then the alternator has failed.

Roy

Mar 31, 2012 at 2:33 PM

MOHAMMEDADL123

MEMBER
2 POSTS

Thanks a lot. The problem is in the alternator. It is failing.

Mar 31, 2012 at 4:06 PM

ASEMASTER6371

CAR REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
52,796 POSTS

good luck

Mar 31, 2012 at 9:44 PM