2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser "alternator regulator" Questions

...regulator was bad. Replaced the alternator again and the same result. Went to the O'Reileys Auto Parts and had them bench test the alternator that was just removed and it bench tested good. The ...

regulator, and it's in the alternator. To repair it is not cost efficient and it's better to replace the alternator with an other one with the trading with yours to save some money. You can go to Auto

...alternator The alternator will have power still coming through but it's the voltage regulator inside the alternator that could be bad. This is pretty much what charges and keeps the battery at

alternator putting out 17 volts Problem with voltage regulator, which is internal to the alternator. Ideal voltage is approximately 13.6 - 14.2 volts with vehicle running.

...figured it was the voltage regulator also got a new battery still have a problem. Could a short be causing this? nope just alternator. simple charging system. i would replace the alternator

...regulator is usually built into the alternator. If you were getting overvoltage, then it could have fried many things. But the ground going from battery to motor seems almost unbelievable. That would ...

...regulator for the alternator allow lower voltage at first then increase? Am I missing something or is this simply a battery that's kaput? By the way, I had never let the new battery drain before. Hi: ...

...tensioned * Defective battery * Faulty alternator * Faulty regulator (this controls the charging current from the alternator) Suggest to have the above tested, to identify the cause.

Voltage input too high Fuel level sender is malfunctioning as well as cruise control check the alternator should be 14.1 may be overcharging if so the regulator in the brushes has failed.

...Alternator is controlled by the voltage regulator, type is located inside the Powertrain control module, you guessed it the alternator is computer controlled. You will need the dealer to look into ...