Technical alternator charging batery problems

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Technical alternator charging batery problems

Mar4ix

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So, i noticed, that car struggling start in recent days .... and i checked V on battery, while engine running ... 12.4 V.... wtf !!!! i have brand new alternator.
Then on running engine put tester on connector on alternator and " - ", ... 14.4 V ... Whats goin on ?? could somebody explain why alternator power not lead to battery ? Could be relay ? Which one ??
Mk1 punto, 1.2 8v.

Thanks
 
thanks for replay, found the problem, loose wire on starter motor bolt, which holds starter and alternator "+" wires.
Sorted :)
 
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