battery isn't always loading
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Thiss topic descripes exactly the same problem as I have with my 280i:
www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=5201&f=11&h=0&hw=earthing
In that topic they are talking about a "standard (Ford) 4-way spade connector" (Wednesday 9th January by GreenV8s).
Where exactly can I find this connector?
- nearby the dynamo?
- or is it the plug nearby the black box (5.5 inch, square)with "Spark ignition" (on the mudguard)?
I really want to find the problem because the car empties the battery within 40 miles.
www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=5201&f=11&h=0&hw=earthing
In that topic they are talking about a "standard (Ford) 4-way spade connector" (Wednesday 9th January by GreenV8s).
Where exactly can I find this connector?
- nearby the dynamo?
- or is it the plug nearby the black box (5.5 inch, square)with "Spark ignition" (on the mudguard)?
I really want to find the problem because the car empties the battery within 40 miles.
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Thiss topic descripes exactly the same problem as I have with my 280i:
www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=5201&f=11&h=0&hw=earthing
In that topic they are talking about a "standard (Ford) 4-way spade connector" (Wednesday 9th January by GreenV8s).
Where exactly can I find this connector?
- nearby the dynamo?
- or is it the plug nearby the black box (5.5 inch, square)with "Spark ignition" (on the mudguard)?
The connector I believe they are referring to is the infamous ignition supply connector on the steering column. This is not present on the Wedges because their steerinmg column switch gear is either Triuymph or Rover.
If the battery is losing its charge in 40 miles, it is either dead or the alternator is not working. If the ignition light does not go out of the battery voltage is low then the alternator is suspect. The didode pack on the alternator itself is usually the culprit. A lot of places in the UK will test them while you wait.
Steve
www.tvrbooks.co.uk
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If the battery is losing its charge in 40 miles, it is either dead or the alternator is not working. If the ignition light does not go out of the battery voltage is low then the alternator is suspect. The didode pack on the alternator itself is usually the culprit. A lot of places in the UK will test them while you wait.
The battery still loads sometimes, especially when the car just started, so the ignition light isn't always on. The battery isn't dead either: It's new!
We already have the alternator and the battery checked, and at that time everything seems to be ok. Maybe a loose wire?
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