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CROSSED BATTERY CABLES Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Automotive Wiring and Electrical HOGGDOGG7 New User Nov 30, 2008, 4:38 PM Post #1 of 4 (1551 views) CROSSED BATTERY CABLES Sign In WHILE REPLACING BATTERY ON 96 MERC SABLE 3.0 V6 I CROSSED THE CABLES AFTER CORRECTING THIS CAR STARTED AND RUNS FINE BUT RED BATTERY INDICATOR LIGHT STAYS ON METER SHOWS ALT ONLY PUTTING OUT 8.5 VOLTS DID I SMOKE THE ALT OR WOULD SOMETHING ELSE POP FIRST THANKS way2old Veteran / Moderator Nov 30, 2008, 5:27 PM Post #2 of 4 (1546 views) Re: CROSSED BATTERY CABLES Sign In Check all fuses first. There should be a 20 amp fuse under the hood that controls the charging. Being way2old is why I need help from younger minds HOGGDOGG7 New User Dec 6, 2008, 10:29 AM Post #3 of 4 (1508 views) Re: CROSSED BATTERY CABLES Sign In WAY2OLD APPRECIATE YOUR RESPONCE.I FINALLY GOT AROUND TO CHECKING FUSES [ALL GOOD] TOOK ALT TO SHOP FOUND OUT FORDS @GMCS HAVE NO PROTECTION FOR THIS.HAD DIODES AND REGULATOR REPLACED WORKS GREAT.JUST WANTED TO SAY GREAT SITE AND APPRECIATE SUGGESTIONS THATS HOW YOU LEARN RIGHT.THANKS AGAIN way2old Veteran / Moderator Dec 6, 2008, 1:40 PM Post #4 of 4 (1502 views) Re: CROSSED BATTERY CABLES Sign In We apprecaite the time you took to post the fix. Thanks. Being way2old is why I need help from younger minds   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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