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Old Jan 7, 2008 | 11:56 PM
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I have a 2004 f-350 crew cab with a 6.0 diesel. I have noticed that the headlights are pulsing when accelarating. What would be the cause? I'm thinking voltage regulator but not certain. Any ideas?
 
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Alternator. The voltage regulator is integral to the alternator.

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Old Jan 8, 2008 | 01:18 PM
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And if you haven't replaced batteries since new, it would be a VERY good time to do it at thesame time. That will prevent replacing the alternator again because of a bad battery. Advisable to replace diesel batteries in pairs.
 
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is it when the truck is cold? it could just be the glow plugs cycling. they draw alot of juice.
 
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I kinda had a suspicion that it might be the altenater . The batteries are brand new . It only does it when the engine is warm.
 
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