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1976 Other Volkswagen Models Battery drain and Alternator li

Tiny
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  • 1976 VOLKSWAGEN
Electrical problem
1976 Other Volkswagen Models 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 108k miles

Stumped. Replaced the voltage regulator.I have to disconnect the battery cable to keep the batt from going dead.
Monday, September 8th, 2008 AT 10:31 AM

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Tiny
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First " start the car and while its running " check it with a volt meter you shuold get 13.5 to 14.9 volts eng running . If you do" youralternator is good. If not turn it off and check it for a parisitc drain. Disconect the ground [black ] cable then get a test light " connect one end to the bat post and one to the ground cable if it even faintly glows you have a short. Good luck " I hope I helped"
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