Which is failing - my car's battery or the charging system?
D. Dalton wrote:
I installed a new battery in my car just two years ago. That seems a bit
recent for a battery to give out...
Is there an easy way to determine which is giving problems: the battery or
the charging system?
TIA
Check the battery voltage at the terminals using a DVM with the engine
running at a fast tickover. Anything over 13.7 volts means your charging
circuitry is probably okay. If it's lower, go for a run of about half an
hour in daylight and repeat the test.
Or take it to your local Kwikfit or other battery shop who offer a free
test, and ask them to put their tester on it.
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Tciao for Now!
John.
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