My 2005 Gen 3 DID usually starts without a problem. When it isn't driven for a few (5) days the battery goes flat. The battery had low electrolyte levels on the last two occasions. When I fill it up and charge it, she starts fine. Is the problem my battery or my alternator?
The quickest and easiest way to get your answer is to pop in at a battery centre. It takes them 10 seconds to test your battery and charging system.
Your alternator could be over-charging.
My battery was cooked by my alternator and I discovered it too late. New battery and regulator later and all is fine.
My alternator was charging at 17v+.
On the plus side, my temp. gauge now stays under half. Wierd!
Nico.
My battery was cooked by my alternator and I discovered it too late. New battery and regulator later and all is fine.
My alternator was charging at 17v+.
On the plus side, my temp. gauge now stays under half. Wierd!
Nico.
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It would seem as if Nico is right. Overcharging causes hydrogen gas to be generated as a by product hence the loss of electrolyte.
@ Nico - only disadvantage is the lights are not so nice and bright anymore
@ Nico - only disadvantage is the lights are not so nice and bright anymore
Henk Bannink
Some people are wise, some people are otherwise
Some people are wise, some people are otherwise
Rule of thumb:
Low electrolyte = overcharging
Low electrolyte = overcharging
Gerhard Fourie
If you want to shoot somebody, make sure you aim at his head, not your own foot.
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If you want to shoot somebody, make sure you aim at his head, not your own foot.
Me