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Old Mar 5, 2004 | 03:59 PM
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Low Amps, no fans????

Help - 9 Amps, and no fans?
Background - 89 camaro irocz, auto, tpi

Few weeks back, some ******* rips out cd player, rips out negative battery terminal, which I had to screw back in at 2am. Next thing I know, my fans don't come on anymore. Luckily I have a toggle switch, but they don't come on by themselves anymore? Any ideas?

Next problem, just a week ago, I notice instead of usually running 13-15 amps, It's running 12 and sometimes as low as 10. Battery is charging fine. Alternator just replaced today and still no change.

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Old Mar 6, 2004 | 08:26 AM
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Did you mean "9 volts"? If so, you need to verify the dash gauge with a separate voltmeter connected at the battery or alternator output stud. If your voltage is truly low, you need to start checking into the alternator, field wiring harness, and grounds.
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Old Mar 6, 2004 | 05:26 PM
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It's reading 10 volts usually, but pep boys get 14 from the alternator and say the gauge is off. Also, I just replaced the fan switch and relay but still no fans?
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