It's not always a dead battery or alternator... it could be simpler!

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ม.ค. 2025

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  • @aletheiaquest
    @aletheiaquest หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    You're probably the only mechanic honest enough to do that.

  • @2-old-Forthischet
    @2-old-Forthischet หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I have a similar story, but it was a tad more expensive.
    I had a 1991 Camaro that wouldn't start in the morning. Once jumped, it would run all day long until the next morning. I did the usual of checking the terminals, changing the battery then the alternator even though the VOM readings suggested everything was good. Turns out it was the positive battery cable because in this car, it was a complete wiring harness that went around the engine compartment that contained everything necessary for alternator, starter and battery cable. The cable dropped off in several places in the engine compartment. It was easy enough to replace, just a PITA to troubleshoot.

  • @chrisboyd6032
    @chrisboyd6032 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Bravo for your honesty

  • @clif1969
    @clif1969 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Had the same with my Acura..was getting all kinds of weird dash light codes,.cleaned all the leads and terminals it worked like a charm

  • @LSX_GORILLA
    @LSX_GORILLA 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Right on bro integrity at it’s finest

  • @csflmich2239
    @csflmich2239 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Good points! This is true.

  • @mikebond6328
    @mikebond6328 23 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา +1

    HONEST mechanics sometimes save you money.

  • @aaronucsd
    @aaronucsd 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Wish there was a before photo

  • @stevea1708
    @stevea1708 20 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I Have a Hyundai Santa fe 2012. I don't feel confident enough to test the alternator it's in such of an awkward place. But my battery stays at 12V even when the car is running. I'm gonna try your cleaning method. It can't hurt to try!

  • @Thefreemans-interesting-music
    @Thefreemans-interesting-music หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Seems like every third battery has dirty terminals. I've even seen new batteries fitted without cleaning the clamps. Everything and I mean everything needs good power. This sort of thing throws idiot codes and starting problems.

  • @efrainmedina1952
    @efrainmedina1952 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Nice..

  • @HoweyJR_
    @HoweyJR_ หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a 2013 avenger that won’t stay on after I jump start it I changed the alternator but this time it stayed on for 2/3 sec lights started flickering then it shut off what could this be?

    • @RenaissanceDisciple
      @RenaissanceDisciple  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@HoweyJR_ Have you cleaned your terminals?

    • @HoweyJR_
      @HoweyJR_ หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ from the battery or the top of the engine terminals? The battery is buried in the driver fender

    • @RenaissanceDisciple
      @RenaissanceDisciple  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@HoweyJR_ Sounds like a Dodge Journey. But yes, there could be a bad connection at the battery itself. Vehicle shouldn't run if it thinks the battery is disconnected. You might have to get in there and take a look.

    • @HoweyJR_
      @HoweyJR_ หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ ok I’ll take a look tomorrow during the day & get back to you thanks for the help

  • @krtolebiohazardcs1.681
    @krtolebiohazardcs1.681 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    My battery voltage at the morning is 12,20, but when I remove battery from the car,and measure Volter after few minutes,the voltage is 12.55-12.65. Is this normal?

    • @RenaissanceDisciple
      @RenaissanceDisciple  6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@krtolebiohazardcs1.681 while connected to the vehicle, there is a slight draw from various things such as the on-board computer. That would be my guess.

    • @krtolebiohazardcs1.681
      @krtolebiohazardcs1.681 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @RenaissanceDisciple but,isn't 12.20 too low?

    • @RenaissanceDisciple
      @RenaissanceDisciple  5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@krtolebiohazardcs1.681 it's absolutely normal for the battery to read higher disconnected than while connected. 12.2 is slightly low as well as 12.55 while disconnected. There's been a bit of discharge but it could be a sign your battery is starting to go out.

  • @irecruitfish7410
    @irecruitfish7410 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good man

  • @bert1913
    @bert1913 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Load testing battery is not a bad idea

    • @RenaissanceDisciple
      @RenaissanceDisciple  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@bert1913 yeah that's always helpful. A new battery is typically better than an alternator replacement

  • @WilliamMurphy-b6v
    @WilliamMurphy-b6v 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How did that engine get so filthy? Submerged? Hurricane wreck?

    • @RenaissanceDisciple
      @RenaissanceDisciple  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That's actually pretty typical for some vehicles if you never get your engine hay cleaned.

    • @csflmich2239
      @csflmich2239 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      And honestly probably preferable to the water damage if done carelessly!​@StayConnectedOnEMillion

    • @RenaissanceDisciple
      @RenaissanceDisciple  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@csflmich2239 for sure

    • @ianhill4585
      @ianhill4585 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If it ain't broke ......

    • @mr.nibblenips4231
      @mr.nibblenips4231 หลายเดือนก่อน

      And just takes 5 minutes to clean.

  • @LionsTigersBears
    @LionsTigersBears หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Bad ground