Technical Alt Light 80 Spider

[samelmo]

Strange problem that one of you may have encountered. My alt light glows very dimly. In my research this is an indication that the alternator may be going bad.

My question is this, if it were the alternator would the light quit glowing when I turn on the headlights? Is this a sign for another problem? I flipped on the lights and the alt light went out.

Thanks.

 

[GeorgeT]

The first thing to do is to clean all of the grounding points and electrical connectors, particularly those for the gauges. Apply dielectric grease to the grounds and connectors before re-connecting. If this does not solve the problem, take your car to an AutoZone, Advanced Auto Parts or similar store and have them check your alternator - they can do this while it is still on the car.

Finally, if you haven't already done so, do the "headlight relay" conversion.

GT

 

[samelmo]

Thanks George.