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voltage light come on at start up

light comes on at start up...stays on till gas pedal is touched, then not again until at idle picking up a heavy load.
  • Posted 12 Jul 2012 03:19
  • By OCTAFUZZY
  • joined 18 Jun'11 - 2 messages
  • California, United States
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make sure engine is idling at proper speed also
should be around:
GM V6: 625-675rpm
Diesel: 725-775rpm

once confirmed and alternator still not charging at idle THEN you can check belt tension and tighten as needed.
Pay close attention to pulley on alternator and condition of belt, if belt is worn or pulley on alternator is worn it could slip and cause this issue.

good luck
  • Posted 12 Jul 2012 21:11
  • By Jplayer
  • joined 12 Apr'07 - 407 messages
  • North Carolina, United States
John Player Jr
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As Kevin says check belt or could be the alternator regulator is on its way out.
  • Posted 12 Jul 2012 16:38
  • By danny_k
  • joined 3 Mar'05 - 310 messages
  • Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Sounds like the alternator/fan belt needs to be tightened
  • Posted 12 Jul 2012 05:57
  • By kevin_t
  • joined 2 Dec'10 - 1,301 messages
  • Pennsylvania, United States

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