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Battery not charging

Discussion in '1st Gen 4Runners (1984-1989)' started by climbon, Jan 8, 2017.

  1. Jan 8, 2017 at 2:28 PM
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    Hi all. I am new to the forum. I have a 1988 4 cylinder 5 speed. It has about 250K on it and generally runs well although burns through a little oil. My main problem is the charge warning light has come on recently. The battery is definitely not getting sufficient charge. I pulled and fully charges the battery and fixed a loose negative terminal battery cable end (ground strap). I tested the output of the alternator with a multi-meter and it showed almost 14 volts. Can anybody help me get right to the problem or suggest a step by step procedure to resolve this? Thanks in advance! Ken
     
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  2. Jan 8, 2017 at 5:30 PM
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    I have done some more searching and re-testing the voltage output. I can't find any faulty connections on the positive or negative side of alternator or battery. The output is actually 14.4volts which seems to be reasonable, although maybe toward the low end. I don't know if it could be a rectifier issue? Thoughts anyone?
     
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  3. Jan 9, 2017 at 12:38 PM
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    So you checked the positive link from the fuse box to the battery? They commonly break.
     
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  4. Jan 9, 2017 at 2:59 PM
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    I have not traced the positive link to the fuse box. I will after work tonight. Thanks!
     
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    oh the list....!
    TN_TRAIL, Jan 14, 2017
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