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Post by Dean Hovland on Nov 26, 2013 20:43:21 GMT
Just got my car back from a respray , battery flat so ive tried to charge it , no joy its dead . New battery ,, car runs but ignition light stays on. So ive changed the alternator with a spare i have . The ignition light still shines bright red ,,, Help please .
Dean
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Post by Rodney the Rover on Nov 26, 2013 21:18:54 GMT
Hi Dean,I'm no mechanic but if it was me firstly I'd check wiring/connectors then the alternator belt & the voltage regulator.
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Post by Dean Hovland on Nov 26, 2013 21:34:50 GMT
Hi Dean,I'm no mechanic but if it was me firstly I'd check wiring/connectors then the alternator belt & the voltage regulator. Hi ive checked the belt and connectors on the alternator . Not checked the voltage regulator ,, where is it , what do i check please ? |
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Post by Simon H on Nov 26, 2013 21:59:08 GMT
Dean, the voltage regulator is on the bulkhead near the fuse box. It's a rectangular object about the size of a beer mat with some seriously heavy duty wires connected to it. Initial check is to make sure the wires are actually connected. The method to do further checks is, for now, lost in a dusty corner of my memory...
Simon H
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Post by Rodney the Rover on Nov 26, 2013 22:17:57 GMT
Hi Dean, Simon H is correct,i've a couple of pictures from the Workshop Manual that this Proboards won't let me upload  PM me with your email address & I'll send them to you. |
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Post by Dean Hovland on Nov 26, 2013 22:28:35 GMT
Dean, the voltage regulator is on the bulkhead near the fuse box. It's a rectangular object about the size of a beer mat with some seriously heavy duty wires connected to it. Initial check is to make sure the wires are actually connected. The method to do further checks is, for now, lost in a dusty corner of my memory... Simon H Thanks Simon. pm sent Rodney |
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Post by Rodney the Rover on Nov 26, 2013 22:52:23 GMT
Two emails sent with attachments,any problems just get back to me,good luck.
Ray
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Post by enigmas on Nov 26, 2013 23:54:35 GMT
Check to see if there is any charge happening at the battery (probably not) by using a multi-meter set at 20 volts. Place the probes across the battery terminals. You should have something around 14 volts if it's charging.
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Post by Steve P5b on Nov 27, 2013 10:00:20 GMT
Just got my car back from a respray , battery flat so ive tried to charge it , no joy its dead . New battery ,, car runs but ignition light stays on. So ive changed the alternator with a spare i have . The ignition light still shines bright red ,,, Help please . Dean Try the "RL1" relay next to the voltage regulator |
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Post by Dean Hovland on Nov 27, 2013 11:23:21 GMT
Check to see if there is any charge happening at the battery (probably not) by using a multi-meter set at 20 volts. Place the probes across the battery terminals. You should have something around 14 volts if it's charging. The battery reads 12.65 v , with the engine running 12.05 v,,, the ammeter in the car also reads below zero . Does this mean the alternator ive fitted isnt any good or could it be the relay or regulator box still ? |
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Post by Dean Hovland on Nov 27, 2013 11:25:10 GMT
Just got my car back from a respray , battery flat so ive tried to charge it , no joy its dead . New battery ,, car runs but ignition light stays on. So ive changed the alternator with a spare i have . The ignition light still shines bright red ,,, Help please . Dean Try the "RL1" relay next to the voltage regulator I checked the relay Steve, not sure what i should do with it other check the wiring and wiggle it a bit ? Dean |
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Post by Steve P5b on Nov 27, 2013 19:31:36 GMT
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Post by Dean Hovland on Nov 27, 2013 21:34:06 GMT
Wow thanks Steve . Straight away i see a fuse not thought of this , ill check all the fuses first . |
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Post by Dean Hovland on Nov 28, 2013 20:37:08 GMT
Nope all the fuses are good .
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Post by Steve P5b on Nov 28, 2013 23:36:12 GMT
Nope all the fuses are good . Dean, if you check your email I have sent you the Lucas diagnostic information that will enable you to locate what is wrong, as long as you have a voltmeter you will find the fault, good luck, it's quite easy. The fuses are for external components, there are no fuses in the charging circuit. |
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Post by Dean Hovland on Nov 29, 2013 7:30:42 GMT
Nope all the fuses are good . Dean, if you check your email I have sent you the Lucas diagnostic information that will enable you to locate what is wrong, as long as you have a voltmeter you will find the fault, good luck, it's quite easy. The fuses are for external components, there are no fuses in the charging circuit. Thanks Steve pdfs received really appreciate your help was very stuck, now i can work my way through . After checking my car over yesterday the respray guys for some unknown reason have cut and spliced many of the lighting wires . Front right indicators dont work , main beam , horns and all lamps seem very dim . |
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Post by Steve P5b on Nov 29, 2013 10:12:26 GMT
Sounds like they cut the wires to remove the lamps, best to solder the wires together if you can and heat shrink, as they get wet under the wheel arch . I tried to post up the files on here but photobucket won't accept "adobie " files
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Post by Dean Hovland on Nov 30, 2013 16:33:58 GMT
Sounds like they cut the wires to remove the lamps, best to solder the wires together if you can and heat shrink, as they get wet under the wheel arch . I tried to post up the files on here but photobucket won't accept "adobie " files Yep therve cut many good cables , doesnt make sense when there is many bullet connectors in line . A couple of cables have been added as well , i need to strip alot of the lights off , might even be better to take them all off to make sure there isnt any earths or more bare wires . Looking forward to the challenge and learning more about my car. Thanks |
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paulc
Rover Newbie
What coil would you fit
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Post by paulc on May 11, 2020 18:31:23 GMT
Hi could you send me the Lucas trouble shooting sheet as my ignition light and oil light do not come on when I put the ignition on
regards paul
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Post by Simon H on May 11, 2020 20:51:11 GMT
Paul, does anything else work on the car that should work with the ignition on? e.g. wipers, heater, indicators, etc.
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Post by johnwp5bcoupe on May 12, 2020 8:16:08 GMT
Hi could you send me the Lucas trouble shooting sheet as my ignition light and oil light do not come on when I put the ignition on regards paul Is the car a coupe or saloon? the fuse that feed the oil light/sensor also feeds the indicators, fuel gauge and temp gauge so if these are working it's the switch or the bulb or both? The ignition light? bulb, 3AW, 4TR possibly the alternator ? Both items use fuse 3-4! |
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Post by Brendan69 on May 12, 2020 12:08:54 GMT
My Red ignition light was staying on late last year and it was cured by fitting a new set of carbon brushes in my Alternator.
Regards,
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