Thank you for the information, my 85 VW campervans battery light came on only last night, so I'll follow through with your instructions and check everything out first before purchasing a new alternator.....cheers

Brilliant straightforward exploration. Thank you

Super - nice and simple. Well explained and well worth watching.

nice lesson. thank you from North Carolina

Thank you

Very helpful.

Good video, thanks!

Thanks Good Info

very good!

Great video and very informative. It would be useful to have another video talking about early signs that the issue with the battery may come up e.g. whe you turn the car on and it doesnt start straight away but has a little click-over pause.

Very nice you covers a lot of ground. My battery power will go down and up by itself. The battery light is on since I had a jump and a new charge. I will check the belt and watch this video again so my mechanic will understand me. He will probably put it on a computer. Thank you so much I know I'm a new subscriber. I have a Lexus GS300 1998 average mileage in case you have some information on that. I love this Channel

@carolinewells4355

Жыл бұрын

my 2010 rx 350 is doing the same, did u ever solve the issue on ur lexus

Very very helpful, thanks a bunch

Thanks a lot.

Battery Alternator Regulator (part of the alternator) Belt Loose cables

@squantom2579

5 жыл бұрын

Lol thank you for saving me 10 mins of that

@alfonsomunoz6251

4 жыл бұрын

the belt too ?

@ejazazam1449

4 жыл бұрын

I put new alternator new battry and new belt too.

@ejazazam1449

4 жыл бұрын

Still it blinks.

@marvismarcellin9181

4 жыл бұрын

@@ejazazam1449 I have the same problem did you get it fix

thank you thank you thank you, that was so helpful, a million thanks. I fixed my car by myself.

thank you

Gracias bro.

Just for future reference and to further elaborate I would prefer to check in following order battery , battery connection and battery terminals and if you have verified this you could do an alternator removal put it in your bag take it to the nearest auto pats store and have it tested most of my stores do it for free.I appreciate it!

@kimberlybinion7518

2 жыл бұрын

It's a new battery and alternator.

@kimberlybinion7518

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. My mechanic says alternator tests well and guess what?!? The battery light wouldn't come on for him, or all day for that fact. Unbelievable

@latonyabrown749

Жыл бұрын

@@kimberlybinion7518 Had my alternator replace,battery light keep coming on and off,took it back,he said light didn't come on for him..But still coming on,

@MultiMolinero

Жыл бұрын

Use a multimeter

Good job bro

thank u

I had just replaced alternator, belt and for a friend and he had replaced the battery. 2002 Toyota Avalon v6 180k miles. Only thing I did was put negative terminal back on new battery. We drove around for awhile and when we got back we sat in driveway a bit and car dropped idle down and shut off last night, very dark with no flashlight. All my keep saying is something shorted his new battery out and he was gonna have to buy a new one. This issue from what I have read at 4ish in the morning but after all the problems it could be, I went out this morning since it was light I checked battery terminals negative side was tight and my friend had tighten positive side when he replaced battery, I turn terminal so it made a tighter connection and his car fired up. So for both terminals at O'Reilly Auto Parts $8.99 + tax. Another cheaper then replacing new battery. What I learned was to always check someone else's work so they want blame you for there new problem.

thank you, its very helpful

Thanks, my battery light goes away when in accessory position, is that a problem?

please post more videos your awesome

@salsalvatierra

5 жыл бұрын

It is a light not an icon.

@aminurrashid8491

5 жыл бұрын

Discount the battery plug wait for week then recount it agiian run the car for waile its gonebe fix try it.

Great detail many thanks

It did thank you 😊🙁😔

My truck battery came on yesterday it could be the alrernator I just got a battery in the last 2 years and it has a warranty on it.

Nice videos guys thanks for the repairing tips I just wanted to say to all viewers out there that you can easily check your alternator by just taking off the positive battery Pole if the engine stays on its charging if engine turns off alternator is not charging.

@toddlittle9095

4 жыл бұрын

Moritz, do you take off the positive terminal while car is on and running or take it off with the car off and try to start the car?

@moritzblair8887

4 жыл бұрын

@@toddlittle9095 hey Todd just saw your question yes with the car running if the engine turns off your alternator is not charging take care yourself and your family

@dhakirakil1318

4 жыл бұрын

Not all cars

@tonykurcz8187

3 жыл бұрын

Only on cars older than 96 newer cars its not good to do.thats old

@rodolfoaguirre4103

2 жыл бұрын

Newer cars have alot of electrical components and it's not a good idea. Just grab a multimeter put it on 20 DCV and put the prongs on the terminals with the engine running if your getting 14 volts --- 15 volts your alternator is charging.

Thanks a lot I thought my car had developed a major problem

Ty sir for this video.

Sometimes it is just a faulty alternator I had a rebuilt alt for less than a year. Luckily it has a lifetime warranty

@slimmbabyy6841

3 жыл бұрын

Yessss i had a auto zone gold duralast alternator and battery light pop up faulty alternator I GOT A OEM DENSO IT WENT AWAY BUT you also want to check main fuse to make sure it didn’t blow out especially Toyota and Honda cars

@gerrymurray5914

3 жыл бұрын

@@slimmbabyy6841 where can I find the main fuse in Audi a4 2004

5a engine, the battery light does not come on when you want to start the engine.

Nice tutorial man. Quick question, do you know if the alternator and water pump are driven by the same belts? My battery light is currently on and stays on, plus my coolant levels are acting strangely. Maybe my belts for my alternator and water pump are ready to go out? What do you think?

@georgegravette1132

6 ай бұрын

Every car I ever had, yes, the water pump and alternator were driven by the same belt. Not sure what your car's doing exactly, but a slipping or failing belt would prevent the alternator from charging properly, AND prevent your water pump from working properly. This might cause the coolant to overheat and boil off, especially if you have a small leak or an older car with an overflow reservoir.

could it be a fuse or relay?

I've seen that a battery that 12.5 volts. This should be enough to start a car, but under load it failed.

so mine didnt come on until the serpentine belt shredded, would that cause the battery light to come on

will a blown fuse cause the battery light to go on?

I had this problem got out the car put the child lock off then it worked? Is that related to the locks or is that just random?

I am not into all this..whata the alternative if we see the battery warning light on dashboard ?

I replaced my battery my battery cables and the alternator and battery light stillness on and off. It will come on for 10 min than off for 30 min than back on and so on what would cause this after replacing everything to do with battery and alternator 2008 Ford edge

My 2011 scion xb battery sign was flashing for 2 days than remained steady , voltage started to go down and car shuts off, that was not my battery it was the alternator that I have to change.

@bhumphries1360

3 жыл бұрын

The same thing happened today my 2009 Pontiac Vibe. The vehicle eventually died though. Thankfully, right when I made it home in the driveway. It's at the shop now. Did an alternator replacement fix the issue? Just curious, because they will probably call me Monday afternoon to let me know what it was, and how much it's going to cost me.

Power steering windows?

I have a ford figo.....I got a new battery and new alternator but my battery light still go on.What could be the problem

My 97 Pontiac sunfire with new battery and alternator only engage the alternator when weather is cool around 70 degrees Fahrenheit but if the weather goes up around the upper 90's the car will only run on battery charge and alternator will not engage. Any idea to where to look for the cause of this problem?

@ronbridges678

2 жыл бұрын

Check your voltage regulator. This might be the problem

Hope do notice me guys, mine is an automatic car with push start button; there's a oil icon is lighting on and the battery as well but ac and lights are working but not starting the drive or the reverse any help?

What if your alternator is charging and battery is good and battery light is still on and car runs shaky and shuts off

@deandrestinson5645

2 жыл бұрын

This happens to me did u figure out y

@joekong467

2 жыл бұрын

Happened to me too..

@kellyboy813

2 жыл бұрын

My alternator plug was bad as well changed it and now I'm good

@meshackmutua1055

Жыл бұрын

Crankshaft position sensor is bad

@kellyboy813

Жыл бұрын

It was my idle air control I was stay at a low idle I'm good now

I own a Honda Crv Hybrid 2021 xe What is the icon should look like ??

Muchas veces no marca nada y estar fallosa, una batería con 8 voltios no da starter, una batería de 8 voltios puede ser por estar seca y cada selda da difentes voltajes, pudiera estar hirviendo en lugar de estar agarrando carga del alternador...a veces en lugar deandar una figura de batería manda ✅ check engine.

Thank you will check my car as the battery light is on.

I have a mercedes ml350 and the battery light went on. Towed it to the shop and it was the alternator.

Is there a cricket in my house? I hear a cricket.

Bro i have battry light, yellow engine light, red oil lights on in my car when i on the key....but when i start the car all are gone...what does this mean ?

👍🏻

I. Recently replaced battery, alternator, and got lube job for my 2005 lexus ES 330. Has 158 miles. Do I need to go to a lexus dealership for this?

@kimberlybinion7518

2 жыл бұрын

Also, I smell like burning oil. Please help me with advice.

What if it's not the alternator or the battery?

@adzanaroundtheworld7919

2 жыл бұрын

check the altenator fuse

My battery light keeps coming on and off while driving and the air stops blowing cold air but the radio works. I’ve changed out the battery, alternator, and belt

@jermainemorgan1235

3 жыл бұрын

Did u change the tensioning part aswell

@thefirst12lickit

3 жыл бұрын

Mine is doing the exact same thing right now! Im thinking the power wire from the starter has corrosion in it.. Im going to replace that wire. Have you by any chance found out what it is thats causing this?

@timmoycole4720

3 жыл бұрын

I am avin the same problem

@annraysunkcaj1903

3 жыл бұрын

@@timmoycole4720 Hi did you find out what caused it yet? I just had to pull over for this.

@timmoycole4720

3 жыл бұрын

@@annraysunkcaj1903 no not as yet

My dodge journey battery light came on I bought the battery 1 year ago I took the alternator to auto zone and it passed the test idnk what might be

i checked fuse alternator n battery compression timimg but it wont start it will turn but wont start n i sprayed starting fluid turn on then off i cant find the problem

Battery faulty never show light on, don’t replace battery unless is faulty, most likely is going to be alternator blown fuse wires or module

This happened to me today, I smelled some burning odor & thought that it's from the other car, but to keep myself safe, I turned off the radio & aircon and opened my wondows but. Soon enough, the battery engine light sounded & the lights are on the icon I prayed & drive less than the max speed hoping to reached my mechanic's place. Made it to their place in 25 mins since the light was on. Sure enough, I have to leave it with them. Happy long weekend!

@Xixkilo

3 жыл бұрын

Your not alone lol

@jahlive1243

2 жыл бұрын

This happened to me today. Right after I just got a new battery… hasn’t even been 30 days. There’s still grease on the connector cords.

@elperrocovero

2 жыл бұрын

What was the burning smell coming from. My car has this problem and the battery light comes on. No overheating yet.

@kevinagnew6878

2 жыл бұрын

🙏

@classicself00

2 жыл бұрын

@@elperrocovero the engine.

I had to tow my car to repair shop because car would not start and found out it was dead battery issue. First time car owner mistake.

What if it the light is on when the car is not yet starting or running? Is it normal?

@arthursmith643

4 жыл бұрын

No bring it to a good mechanic in your area to check it. You may get stranded if the car doesn’t start.

would any of this have anything to do with the ecu?

@slimmbabyy6841

3 жыл бұрын

No faulty alternator get a oem denso you will be fine and also check your main fuse ! To see if it’s blown if so change it

@ZoraPMC

3 жыл бұрын

@@slimmbabyy6841 In certain Mazda vehicles, it can be a certain computer called the PCM (Powertrain Control Module) which will cut the alternator in a system error. Stupid design, but cheap/free fix by resetting the PCM software at the dealer. But outside of that unique situation, everything else does normally apply.

Got fiat Punto battery light comes on when driving and the electric power steering stops working car starts every time

Tieng Viet?

I have a battery light on the dash I checked the battery with a multimeter it read 12 volts and then i turned it on and it read 14 volts and when I turned it off it read 11 volts is my battery dying?

I was tripping out when I first look I said 260 miles per hour what the f*** you got a goddamn Lamborghini!!! Lol #Stupid😂

ITJungles?

@FreeRepairGuide

2 жыл бұрын

Yes.

The icon always show up ,then my car wont start twice..i took it to the auto shop to check my battery and alternator but they said both working good..but you never mention about startter..thats what my mechanic will come and replace soon

If the battery light on it's the alternator problem need to be replaced or bad serpentine belt one of the two .

@kaybell1012

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Robert what is a serpentine belt? I heard a rattling & then my battery light came on. This battery is new, I just changed it last month.

@cookingkelly1192

3 жыл бұрын

Hello so do you know what could cause my batt light to come on and my durango dies .we had the batteries te ssd's red and alternator and both were good then we replace the connector on the alternator we took it to a special mechanic n he said it had 150 code issues and said it would take 20 hi hours to look at it n fix at 145 an hour

When AC working then some warning lights comes on ( ABS, HAND BREAK, slippy & STEERING

Maybe it's my key that's falling apart? 2011 Honda accord.v6

1)Battery 2)Alternator 3)Battery terminals (connectors)

@teemccallum7543

2 жыл бұрын

I looked under my hood and my belt has popped/gone. I'm thinking that's why my battery light on.

@nightowls7324

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. I don't have the patience to watch the video. Lol

@JojoBookhart

2 жыл бұрын

Just for future reference and to further elaborate I would prefer to check in following order battery , battery connection and battery terminals and if you have verified this you could do an alternator removal put it in your bag take it to the nearest auto pats store and have it tested most of my stores do it for free.I appreciate it!

@FrostedFlukes

2 жыл бұрын

Changed my battery, alternator, and terminals. Still comes on randomly sometimes it’s off sometimes it’s on

@JojoBookhart

2 жыл бұрын

Make sure everything is tighten no loose bolts. I ounce had a jetta with a loose alternator cable that sometimes disconnected when the car would shift. Hope this helps.

my nissan sentra will start but all the gauge is not working, what will be the problem? all fuse are good.

@rommelong6617

4 жыл бұрын

Reipse ko

Also check the serpentine belt. My battery light came on, new battery, I just looked under my hood and belt is gone...😒

@godchosenking79

2 жыл бұрын

That's why the battery light on you need to put belt back on in the light will come off

I saw a problem, the steering wheel is mounted on the wrong side.

My horn fuse blew in my 2012 civic and battery light came on 😳

Where tf u from or at w that steering wheel on the right side

What I found with mine was one of the relay fuses was stuck constant on

@deancubby2870

Жыл бұрын

So it was showing constant accessories

Take the bulb out and call it a day...aim for the bushes.

O'RILEYS PUT A NEW BATTERY IN MY CAR & RADIO STOPPED WORKING, NEVER HAD A PROBLEM BEFORE THE GUY THAT WAS IN TRAINING GOT A HOLD OF MY CAR, I WILL NEVER GO BACK TO O'RILEYS AGAIN..I TOOK MY CAR TO DEALERSHIP & THEY WANTED $2OOO.OO TO PUT NEW RADIO IN..LAWSUIT IS COMING....!

@angelalipovsky9361

4 жыл бұрын

You might just need a reset code for ur radio

@NOT_SURE..

4 жыл бұрын

if you still have the handbook it might be in there in the front page with all the other info , $2000 to install a radio !! someone is ripping you off , google the radio type and see if there any tricks to reset , sometimes if you hold the ON button in for 5-10 secs it will reset .

@wallacesteelersws

4 жыл бұрын

Why dont you put the battery in yourself!?

@DickiMonster

4 жыл бұрын

He didn’t put a power saver while changing the battery it can blow the computer or radio if its a new car

My battery warning light only comes on after I turn my truck on.

My car battery warning light is on and at the same time there's a whistle noise while it driving? Do you know what is going on? Thanks

@elynpinedo5987

3 жыл бұрын

mine too but im not sure what it is or what is causing it

@klutch...

2 жыл бұрын

Serpentine belt

In my case that battery indicator light on dashboard but everything is working...

@lokmanrosdi8755

2 жыл бұрын

Same my crv s9a problem..

Reman alternator installed 3 months ago, bench tested and passed. Battery light is on. Had battery and charging system tested at local auto store. Alternator was pushing out 14.5v I can't figure out what it is. Any guesses?

@Bakslash

2 жыл бұрын

any update on this?

@ronbridges678

2 жыл бұрын

Depends on the make of your vehicle. If it is a Ford and you use an after market alternator you might need to go get yourself a Motorcraft alternator

@shakenama

2 жыл бұрын

@@Bakslash I sold my Sonata a while back

He never mentioned the voltage regulator.

@jermainemorgan1235

3 жыл бұрын

Bc it’s built in the alternator on chryslers

@tonykurcz8187

3 жыл бұрын

Yes he did lol

@fireboy5043

3 жыл бұрын

He Did at 5 36

Can anybody explain to me l was driving my Cadillac DTS but the better light came on and the battery saver activ come up and my car died on me

What if car doesn't turn on

@AngeloLuis22

11 ай бұрын

Same issue but only the drive part to start on is the main problem even i'm pressing the acceleration but the car aircon is turning on and the lights and horn but not only starting...

I don't have the tools. But I changed my battery in a Toyota corolla. I took it off in order of negative terminal- positive terminal connection. But when replacing. I put negative before positive. What does that mean for my battery 🤔. My battery terminals do have corrosion. How would I clean them 🤔. THANKS!!

@camrynlove5129

5 жыл бұрын

Coke

@dontatme9193

5 жыл бұрын

Pour coke, let sit for 20 minutes, take a wire brush and brush away the erosion

Please help me sir... My problem is when I turn on any electrical component (e.g wiper, signal,. etc), the battery warning light will flickering.. I already change a new battery, alternator in good condition.. what the exact problem is? thank you sir..

@rickbroad99rj

3 жыл бұрын

On my 2005 Ford Escape new battery alternator good fues new relay are to light still comes on

@7dlocloc

2 жыл бұрын

It could possibly be your battery leads. They may be greasy or corroded

My windshield wiper and fluid pump come on by itself and you must turn off car to stop it. 2007 GMC 6.2 Yukon

I pray it's nothing serious or expensive. Could it be the belt you mentioned or an alternator fuse, I think you said. Don't want to miss work tomorrow, but afraid to get on freeway. I'm single female, so I'm looking for advice first..

@lsd-rickb-1728

2 жыл бұрын

Hopefully you got the day off but ask a mechanic or someone from AutoZone to see what the problem is or keep researching what it is while you get it fixed

@Official.gh.funny.comics

Жыл бұрын

Hi

The Battery will never cause a battery light to come on. Always relates to alternator, fan belt, or alternator wiring.

@BluJ12

4 жыл бұрын

Unless your battery has a leak and us draining out

@Hobbieman208

2 жыл бұрын

Right but Wrong for a couple reasons.

@cyberchunk5341

2 жыл бұрын

This isn't true in modern cars. A weak matter will in fact cause this

@carolinewells4355

Жыл бұрын

@@cyberchunk5341 is a 2010 lexus rx 350 new enough to have a battery light come on for a bad battery?

@carolinewells4355

Жыл бұрын

it was the battery btw

What about Relays?

They tested my battery and alternator. And the battery light still turns on. Car is very new could it be it’s just the sensor

@jestinazuu8966

5 жыл бұрын

Check the car's alternator

@richbonesbone2659

4 жыл бұрын

@@jestinazuu8966 he just said they tested his alternator

@francisjaylobitana1713

4 жыл бұрын

Same problem. I have new alternator and battery but battery lights always on 😕😕

Alternator every time no need check anything else

the battery light on my dash is not really that visible but it has that red dim glow. Comparing it to the e-brake light, the e-brake light is lighted normally when it is engaged. Does anyone know what could that mean?

@muchasuman

Жыл бұрын

I am facing same issue with my car, i have installed new battery even though the red light dim glow is coming up..mechanic said alternator is fine... please let me know if you found any solution for this...

@dalvirsingh9124

Жыл бұрын

@@muchasuman same here… leeme know if you guys get any solutions…. I think the Alternator doesn’t charging the battery but it’s working… so that must be the wiring problem!! Leeme know if u know anything.. thnka

Hi my battery light keep flashing on dashboard. I changed alternator and battry as well but still same problm. Any advice Tia.

@SignedOff402

4 жыл бұрын

Ejaz Azam did you ever figure this out?

@ejazazam1449

4 жыл бұрын

@@SignedOff402 I tried every where but had enough with it. Thatswhy I scraped it.

@SignedOff402

4 жыл бұрын

Ejaz Azam You scraped the car? I am sitting in a park, waiting for my alternator replacement to be done at this very moment. $400.00 so far. I live in my car so there is a sense of urgency.

@ejazazam1449

4 жыл бұрын

@@SignedOff402 did you get alternator from toyota?

@arthursmith643

4 жыл бұрын

Voltage Regulator

Got a new battery it still showing

@ryanjones7543

3 жыл бұрын

Did you have the battery tested before you bought it?

Alternator light on. Battery, and alternator checked OK! Replace both terminals. Put dielectric grease on terminals. What now?

@HooDRidEWhiteY

3 жыл бұрын

Might be a shorted or nicked wire?