The same Ignition switch load reduction relay problem (with new ignition switch)

[Huw Powell]

> I am also wondering if the alternator could have something to do with this. 
>  Just before I started to have these problems, my alternator light came on  
> after start up. If you rev it up a little the light goes out, and the  
> system is at 14+ volts like it should be once the light goes out. One of the  
> wires from the ignition switch does go to the alternator, could this possibly  
> have something to do with it?

Probably not... that sounds like your brushes are almost gone, or 
perhaps just a loose/old belt.

Alternator demand is very high immediately after starting (to replace 
the charge used from the battery), and one is usually idling, making it 
harder to generate some juice.

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Huw Powell

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