Took my Camaro through a car wash and got the underbody spray. It temporarily buggered the alternator and was overcharging 😮. Finally dried up and was fine. Of course the alternator is located at the bottom 😢
Well I am new to this problem too. I would check the 2 wires that plugs into the alternator. Make sure there isn't any breaks in the wire or any missing insulation exposing bare wire. You could also check ground wires to the body. Sometimes they corrode bad enough they cause electrical issues.
@LSxMotorsports2021 yeah I'm going to have to go through the whole cars wiring and fuses at this point. One second its at 11.8 the next it's at 14.6 and it just jumps back and forth
I quickly found out if you buy from Napa or Carquest they sell different quality alternators. If you’re keeping the vehicle pay the extra or do the job twice. The first cheaper one will just last past warranty 😢
Yeah I agree aftermarket parts vary wildly in quality and it usually pays to get the best. Luckily in this case I didn't need the new alternator so I was able to return it.
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Took my Camaro through a car wash and got the underbody spray. It temporarily buggered the alternator and was overcharging 😮. Finally dried up and was fine. Of course the alternator is located at the bottom 😢
What if it only pops up afte the car has warmed up and its turning on and off ar im driving? Brand new battery btw
Well I am new to this problem too. I would check the 2 wires that plugs into the alternator. Make sure there isn't any breaks in the wire or any missing insulation exposing bare wire. You could also check ground wires to the body. Sometimes they corrode bad enough they cause electrical issues.
@LSxMotorsports2021 yeah I'm going to have to go through the whole cars wiring and fuses at this point. One second its at 11.8 the next it's at 14.6 and it just jumps back and forth
Yeah electrical issues are the worst. Sometimes very difficult to diagnose. Good luck.
I quickly found out if you buy from Napa or Carquest they sell different quality alternators. If you’re keeping the vehicle pay the extra or do the job twice. The first cheaper one will just last past warranty 😢
Yeah I agree aftermarket parts vary wildly in quality and it usually pays to get the best. Luckily in this case I didn't need the new alternator so I was able to return it.