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Old Nov 30, 2003 | 01:13 AM
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charging system indicator light test????

i know this is probably a stupid question, but what is the charging system indicator light? is it something you buy or is it in truck? '77 f-100. it looks like something i need to try. thanks.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2003 | 10:59 AM
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are they talking about the idiot light inside? i dont have one of those
 
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Old Nov 30, 2003 | 11:23 AM
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Sounds like you are refering to the "idiot" light, which comes on when the battery voltage is higher than the alternator output.
If you have an ammeter this isnt installed on your truck.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2003 | 11:35 AM
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thanks, sparkey. thats what i started thinking it was. i'm not worried about that but they had a series of test involving it that i thought could help with problem. 'course i can do all that and much more with my volt meter. thanks
 
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Old Dec 2, 2003 | 10:40 AM
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Could someone tell me is this light red, bottom of dash, looks like a battery?

Mine started flickering on this morning, no other problems... yet!

87 f150 6 cyl


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Old Dec 2, 2003 | 11:16 AM
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Check your battery voltage; your alternator may not be charging. And welcome to FTE.
 
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