[s-cars] Is my Alternator gone on my 93 S4?

[Bjørn Eirik Ødegård]

Just replace the regulator. The brushes are probably worn out. A $20-$30 item. Might also be your ign. switch, but I keep a cent on the regulator!

Bjorn  :o)
'92 S4 MTM

----- Original Message ----- 
From: Peter <peter_schoettle at shaw.ca>
To: <s-car-list at audifans.com>
Sent: 28. november 2003 23:02
Subject: [s-cars] Is my Alternator gone on my 93 S4?


> Gentlemen,
> 
> I am having classic systems of a failed Alternator. This morning when I
> started the car I noticed after the system check my battery light and break
> light continuously stays on but only very faintly. After dropping my son off
> at pre-school, I get the battery alarm display. After a few more blocks
> everything begins shutting down (radio, ABS, etc) and the car dies.
> 
> I had my brother bring me another battery, we install it and I get the car
> home. The break light and battery light are still on very faintly.
> 
> Since then I have confirmed there is nothing wrong with my original battery
> and I have cleaned all the contacts on the Alternator. No change.
> 
> How do I confirm if my alternator is definitely toast.
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> Peter S.
> 
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