by Amy Douvlos (Douvlos) » 04 May 2003 14:37
Hi: This is Amy again from Virginia. I cannot figure out why my Challenger is not charging. The lat time I wrote was Aug. 2, 2003 and I am getting back into the project. The car sat for a while, then I had the problem that it wouldn't start. I replaced the battery, alternater, voltage regulator, electronic ignition control box, and ballast resistor. I cleaned up the grounds from the battery to the frame, the voltage regulator, and control module. I can't find my service manual and am at a total loss. I did run a direct jumper from the alternator output screw to the battery and it started charging. Please, can anyone help me? (I'm ready to throw in the towel.) Dave - I will give you the voltage readings (1) battery (car off) (2) car running/warm ~ 1500 rpm (3) engine off/turn on lights for 3 seconds then turn off (battery reading). I did see the diagram. I also bypassed the ammeter completely so it has a direct hot connection there. Will be back with some reading. Please try to help. Thanks.