1988 Honda Accord New Alternator

1988 HONDA ACCORD
117,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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BUTTARS2
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I just replaced the alternator myself in my honda. However, when I start the car, the battery light stays on. It makes me nervous that I might be running on straight battery still. What could it be?
Mar 4, 2009 at 5:07 AM
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F4I_GUY
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First thing I would check is the voltage and amperage draw of the alternator. You may have a defective alternator out of the box.

If that is fine, you will have to start tracing the circuit for any possible opens or possibly a faulty ECM.
Oct 16, 2018 at 4:27 AM
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BUTTARS2
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The battery reads that it is 12volts showing that its not charging. So i can assume that its coming from some mess up from the alternator. There is a plug and a spot where a postive wire is screwed on. Where would I check the alternator for issues?
Oct 16, 2018 at 4:27 AM
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F4I_GUY
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Make sure that power wire has no resistance and is providing a good solid contact.

You may just have a defective alternator on your hands..
Oct 16, 2018 at 4:27 AM
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