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Search Auto Parts Search Burning smell and battery light came on the other day Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Automotive Wiring and Electrical ksteele New User Aug 9, 2016, 4:20 PM Post #1 of 5 (4070 views) Burning smell and battery light came on the other day Sign In i just recently replaced my shot alternator and battery 2 weeks ago but 2 days ago while I was driving around i smelled a burning smell come through my ac on and off for about and hour or so. it went away for about 30 mins after and thats when My battery light came on. Im trying to fix it and diagnose it myself before I let the dealership rob me again lol Discretesignals Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Aug 9, 2016, 4:22 PM Post #2 of 5 (4066 views) Re: Burning smell and battery light came on the other day Sign In Year, make, mode, and engine size? Have you inspected the work you did? Check the wiring and cables at the alternator. Make sure nothing is grounding out. You might want to disconnect your battery until you find the problem. You don't want your vehicle burning to the ground. Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved. (This post was edited by Discretesignals on Aug 9, 2016, 4:23 PM) ksteele New User Aug 9, 2016, 6:11 PM Post #3 of 5 (4059 views) Re: Burning smell and battery light came on the other day Sign In 2010 dodge charger sxt 3.5L koontzy User Aug 9, 2016, 8:23 PM Post #4 of 5 (4052 views) Re: Burning smell and battery light came on the other day Sign In i just had this with one of my trucks if you have added any thing like lights, radio you may be pulling more amps than your alternator is rated for or you could have a short most cars seam to run at the max amprige of the factory alternators or at least that's what i found in my study's ksteele New User Aug 23, 2016, 8:44 PM Post #5 of 5 (4002 views) Burning smell and battery light came on the other day Sign In Update: I checked the battery connections and noticed that the alternator mount that I removed previously was very close to touching my battery connections ( my battery is in the trunk BTW) it could have overloaded somehow because when I removed my alternator this past week I noticed that the plastic housing that surrounds the ground wire had melted the plastic and had burnt marks on it. I had a diagnostic ran on it and a local trusted mehanic shop by my apt. They said that my alternator was shot. so I replaced it and so far its no burning smell or Battery light on at the moment. I'll keep you guys updated if something happens   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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