Voltmeter needle unstable

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PETERSAUTO
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I have Suburban 2000, model 1500. The fuel pump failed at the time when the voltmeter needle was very unstable. After fuel pump replacement the voltmeter continues to display some instability even though the battery is brand new and the alternator tested "good". Is it alternator belt? Is it faulty gas cap?

Deep thanks to all constructive answers.
May 2, 2007 at 11:03 AM
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JDL
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Sorry for the late reply.

if your talking about the voltmeter on the dash. I'd use a digital multimeter at the bat terminal at the alternator, engine running. See if the reading is the same as dash reading. I've seen voltmeters move with operation of any electrical system. On some makes and models, I've seen the voltmeter needle move in time with the turn signals flashing. Is your idle stable? I haven't looked at your alternator wiring to see if computer controlled? Check voltmeter wiring.

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Have a good day.
Apr 11, 2015 at 12:02 PM
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