Alternator, Battery

Asked by Reza1993 Oct 10, 2018 at 03:30 PM about the 2005 Toyota Camry LE FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have changed my battery, and the multi-meter shows 12.57 when the car is
off. But, when I start the engine the multi-meter shows 12.25!! which it should
be at least 13.7 I guess. Could you please tell me that why the reading when
the car is on is not even equal to what it is in off

5 Answers

140

You can start the car and then disconnect the battery. If the car keeps running the alternator is most likely still good, if it dies the alternator may be the issue. You can also remove the alternator and have it tested (make sure to disconnect the battery before working on the alternator).

157,535

DO NOT disconnect the alternator while the engine is running. This "Redneck" test can send a voltage spike into the electrical system that can damage the ECU. You can drive the vehicle to an auto parts store and have the alternator tested on the vehicle or you can remove it and take it to have it tested. The B+ supply (large connection) should have battery voltage supplied to it at all times, even when the key is in the off position. If battery voltage at the alternator is missing, then there is a problem somewhere along the wire that supplies the alternator with power.

260

Battery is 12.5 volts. When the car starts, the Alternator puts out 14.3 volts to charge the battery. Thats ok

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