Ignition Light Flashing

[V8BJC]

Hi all,

I have a late 500 SE and the ignition light is flashing. Can you help with list of things to check and the best order to do them?

I checked the battery and I am getting a strong 14.9-15.1v while the engine is running.

At tickover on the drive, all dial lights are flickering when ignition light flashing, leave for 10 mins and the light goes out and dial lights stable.

Drive off and 2 mins later and the ignition light flashing again.

Any help appreciated.

Cheers
Brian

[V8BJC]

Hi Rigga - no, nothing else was running, all switched off

[V8BJC]

Thanks for all the advice guys. I will try and take a look over the Xmas break

Merry Christmas all.

Brian

[V8BJC]

Oldred_V8S said:

rigga said:

Not sure on the type of alternator fitted, but you used to be able to buy and fit the regulator as a separate item, simple and cheap fix.

What he said.

People, be very careful about buying a replacment alternator, get your old one repaired; chances are the original is a Magnetti Morreli, but the replacement will be some cheap ste, even from one of our preferred suppliers.

Repair kits can be had for around £20-£30.

Hi

Finally got some time to look at my car today. Alternator regulator appears to be shot. Been searching the Internet and cannot find one. Anyone know where I may be able to source a repair kit as do not want to pay for a new alternator if I don't need to.

Cheers
Brian

[V8BJC]

Oldred_V8S said:

I think these were the people I used

http://www.sandcelectrical.com/

Get a repair kit; it comes with lots of goodies that could be useful in the future.

Cheers Oldred....... I'll take a look

[V8BJC]

Pulled my alternator off today and ordered a new regulator

Hopefully back on the road next weekend and my wallet is only £20 lighter

Thanks for the advice
Brian

[V8BJC]

Oldred_V8S said:

Did you get the repair kit? You may also need the diode pack.

No, I just got the regulator on advice from Steve at S and C. Great people to deal with, really helpful.

Fitted this morning and I now have a stable 14.7v at the battery terminals.

Thanks for the advice guys. Just. £20 for the regulator and I still have my OEM quality alternator.

Now..... Where's the sun

Brian

[V8BJC]

Oldred_V8S said:

Excellent news Brian. Spread the word, too many people assume the best option is to replace the alternator when they get problems. Very easy to fix and far cheaper than a sub-standard replacement.

And yes, where is that sun?

Will do, as you say an easy fix.........