What would keep the alternator from charging the battery?

1999 DODGE STRATUS
165,000 MILES
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CAPNMORGAN80
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I have checked all links, connections and circuits, all are fine. I have also replaced the alternator and the belt. It has the 2.4L engine. Automatic trans.
Apr 4, 2012 at 9:56 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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The voltage regulator is built into the PCM and there is an inline fuse for the output.
Apr 4, 2012 at 9:59 AM
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DJCL
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When its not charging ground the dark green wire @ pin # 8 of the pcm. If it is still not charging replace the alternator. If it is charging replace the pcm
Apr 4, 2012 at 10:02 AM
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