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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1982CHEVETTE L4-98 1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGTESTING AND INSPECTIONSYMPTOM RELATED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURESUNDERCHARGED BATTERY
1982 Chevrolet Chevette L4-98 1.6L
Undercharged Battery
1982 Chevrolet Chevette L4-98 1.6LSECTION Undercharged Battery
Charging Circuit - SI System:
Preliminary Checks
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Disconnect wire at BAT terminal of alternator, connect ammeter positive lead to BAT terminal and negative lead to wire.
3. Connect the battery ground cable.
4. Turn on all accessories, then connect a carbon pile regulator across battery.
5. Operate engine at moderate speed, adjust carbon pile regulator to obtain maximum current output.
6. If ammeter reading is within 10 amps of rated output, the alternator is not at fault. Alternator rating is stamped on alternator frame.
Fig. 7 Grounding Field Windings:
7. If ammeter reading is not within 10 amps of rated output, ground field winding by inserting screwdriver in end frame hole, contacting tab, Fig. 7. Do not insert screwdriver deeper than one inch, as tab is usually located within 3/4 inch of casing surface.
8. If reading is within 10 amps of rated output, regulator must be replaced. If reading is not within limits, check field winding, diode trio, rectifier bridge and stator.
9. Turn off all accessories, disconnect ammeter then carbon pile regulator.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.