bretta 0 Report post Posted October 3, 2011 Hi I have a '98 Maxima that has a problem with the charging light staying on until the engine gets to about 3000 - 3500 rpm before going off. Then it sometimes stays off, but sometimes comes on until the revs get up again. I have checked the belt, and it appears to be tensioned ok. The Battery is coming up about 2 years old, and was a slightly heavier duty than the standard (but still a recommended type). The altenator was replaced (again) about 4 years ago. Can anyone point me to a possible problem in either battery or altenator, or something else? Thanks in advance Brett Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*Glenn* 854 Report post Posted October 3, 2011 I'd say alternator Go see Dion at Howick Auto Electrical Ph. 5346501 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bretta 0 Report post Posted October 3, 2011 Thanks Glenn - this makes the 3rd over the past 6 years! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Docile 64 Report post Posted October 3, 2011 (edited) its probably the carbon brush on the voltage regulator in your alternator- worn down. mine did that. opened it up and re soldered a new one. works like new again. Edited October 3, 2011 by Docile Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bretta 0 Report post Posted October 3, 2011 its probably the carbon brush on the voltage regulator in your alternator- worn down. mine did that. opened it up and re soldered a new one. works like new again.Cheers - I appreciate teh help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
