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clearing battery light

75.00%

clearing battery light

37.50%

clearing battery light

50.00%

clearing battery light

50.00%

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Oct 24, 2007 | 09:26 AM

bjkidd2004

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clearing battery light

cant get battery insignia or symbol to go out tried battery disconnect and fuse any suggestions

Oct 24, 2007 | 11:06 AM

buzzard

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I vote for "clearing battery light." I'm gonnal watch this survey very closely.

Oct 24, 2007 | 11:14 AM

SMIGGS

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Same here, this one will be a close one that's for sure!

Oct 24, 2007 | 12:12 PM

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smart a$$ let me redirect my question ,maybe not using clearing would be better. i need to turn off my battery symbol,after changing my alternator,battery is charging according to meter.

Oct 24, 2007 | 01:21 PM

c_hohensee

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You still have a problem as there is no need to clear the battery light after changing the alternator that I am aware of. How many volts is the charging system showing. You will have to use a volt meter to get an accurate reading checking at the battery termanals with the truck running.

Oct 24, 2007 | 01:24 PM

SMIGGS

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bjkidd2004

smart a$$ let me redirect my question ,maybe not using clearing would be better. i need to turn off my battery symbol,after changing my alternator,battery is charging according to meter.

Calling someone a "smart a$$" and then asking for their help isn't going to get you too far. That's why I'm going to assume you are joking about your "smart a$$" comment.

If you want help, post some details on your vehicle, year, etc. Is it a new battery? Is it a new alternator. Details go along way in helping us, helping you.

And finally, it wasn't the "clearing" word we were commenting about. It's the fact that the poll has 4 of the same choices.

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Oct 24, 2007 | 01:25 PM

bjkidd2004

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14.6v had it tested at autozone. 2002 expedition

Last edited by bjkidd2004; Oct 24, 2007 at 01:28 PM.

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Oct 24, 2007 | 02:15 PM

sowder

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Chill out man, you started a poll by mistake, there just kidding with you, your right this in not the only place to get help, just the best place. now you might want to check your alt, battery, wires, and grounds

Last edited by sowder; Oct 24, 2007 at 02:19 PM. Reason: more info

Oct 24, 2007 | 07:49 PM

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buzzard

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Newbie, I concur with the other guys, relax. Luckily you caught me in a good mood as normally I wouldn't reply after being called a derogatory name.

PINPOINT TEST B: THE CHARGING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR IS ON WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING (THE SYSTEM VOLTAGE DOES NOT INCREASE)
B1: CHECK GENERATOR B+ CIRCUIT 38 (BK/OG)
B2: CHECK GENERATOR A CIRCUIT 35 (OG/LB)
B3: CHECK I CIRCUIT 904 (LG/RD) FOR AN OPEN
B4: CHECK FOR VOLTAGE DROP IN B+ CIRCUIT 38 (BK/OG)
B5: CHECK FOR A HUNG BRUSH

PINPOINT TEST D: THE CHARGING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR IS ON WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE SYSTEM INCREASES VOLTAGE
D1: CHECK I CIRCUIT 904 (LG/RD) FOR SHORT TO GROUND
D2: INSPECT GENERATOR S TERMINAL C177
D3: CHECK GENERATOR FOR LOW VOLTAGE

Oct 24, 2007 | 07:57 PM

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FTE Herman

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Wow, this is the most excitement we've had here in years.

Oct 24, 2007 | 07:59 PM

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FTE Herman

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I can't edit the poll either.

Oct 25, 2007 | 06:45 AM

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bjkidd2004

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buzzard

buzzard i have no idea what ur talking about can you possiblyuse yomens terms . check circuit 38 generator b+(bk/og)? and i will relax thanks. newbie......

Oct 25, 2007 | 08:59 AM

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buzzard

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FTE Herman, what did you do to our beloved Hkfus?

bjkidd2004, according to my manual, there are two scenarios when the light will come on and stay on. Both are listed above. So, you first need to determine if the voltage is steady or increasing and then we can move on to try to pinpoint.