Electrical

2003 HYUNDAI TIBURON
169 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
SPEDMAN101177
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
I just got a new used alternator because my other one was junk and wasnt charging at all. I put the alternator i just got, in, and it still isnt charging. Is there anything else that could cause this to happen other then a junk alternator? or did the junk yard sell me a literal peice of junk?
Feb 9, 2011 at 2:33 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
WRENCHTECH
  • CERTIFIED EXPERT
  • 20,761 POSTS
Check for power at the main terminal of the alternator with the key OFF. If you have no power there, then you have a main fuse blown between the alternator and the battery.
Feb 9, 2011 at 2:47 PM
Avatar
SPEDMAN101177
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
Even if with the car running I disconnect the positive battery cable and my car dies? Wouldn't my alternator keep it running?
Feb 9, 2011 at 3:02 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
WRENCHTECH
  • CERTIFIED EXPERT
  • 20,761 POSTS
DO NOT ever do that unless you are ready to replace every computer in the car.
Feb 9, 2011 at 3:04 PM