Still Not Charging After New Alternator

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A new alternator doesn’t always mean the charging issue is solved. In fact, a surprising number of clients arrive here after replacing the alternator only to find that charging still isn’t happening.

Modern charging systems are far more than a belt and pulley. Many use smart charge strategies controlled by the ECU, current sensors, and multiplexed module communication wiring. A new alternator won’t fix a voltage drop, bad field signal, or open circuit in the charging path.

Testing is done under live load. Regulator commands are verified at the terminals, wiring is voltage-drop tested under current load, and ECU signals are scoped directly.  this avoids the guesswork and unnecessary parts.

When a charging issue refuses to go away, the real cause gets found here.