Starter or Alternator?

[clamdigger]

Strange goings on with the electrics of my 1997 Chim.

On the way back from Cornwall I stopped after 2 hours for fuel. Surprise surprise she wouldn't start - just got the clunk of the starter.

I tried to rock it but without success. I managed, with help from a very willing surfer dude, to bump start it but then noticed that the ignition warning light was glowing. I checked the serpentine belt which was OK and continued on my way.

The warning light went off at 4000 rpm but then came back on again at about 4200.

I managed to get home but after 24 hours it still won't start - just the click of the starter.

All other electrice seem OK - alarm, windows, immobiliser.

Is it the starter or the alternator not getting enough charge into the battery?

Which way should I go? - apart from round the bend.

Any suggestions greatfully received.

Regards

Martin

[ian8542]

Sounds like the battery. Get it checked at the same time as the alternator regulator.

[anonymous-user]

Check the fuse link under the car. They can go and your think it is the alternator that needs replacing. A new fuse is about £1.

[anonymous-user]

Check the fuse link under the car. They can go and your think it is the alternator that needs replacing. A new fuse is about £1.