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Electrical Problem (Cadillac Catera 2000)

Tiny
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The wiring system is really messed up. Battery charging at 17.4!
The alternator replaced recently. Determined it has to be a voltage regulator problem or the wiring to it, or a bad alternator.
I am having a hard time finding the schematics for the charging system. Unfortunately I am broke, please help. Many thanks!
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Friday, October 14th, 2011 AT 7:38 PM

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Tiny
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It has to be the voltage regulator in the alt. Nothing on the vehicle will increase battery voltage.
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Friday, October 14th, 2011 AT 8:19 PM
Tiny
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Thank-you very much.
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Saturday, October 15th, 2011 AT 3:39 PM

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