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Old 11-12-2017, 06:36 AM
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Jaguar 2003 xtype, shows 15 volts from alternator, is it an alternator problem?
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If connected solidly to battery and only does it when cold, may be OK (workshop manual probably says).

BTW this is the wrong forum
 
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Originally Posted by Alpantoja
Jaguar 2003 xtype .....
Welcome to the forum Alpantoja,

I've moved your question from General Tech Help to X-Type forum. This is the place to post technical questions about your model.

Please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some information about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see. In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.

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Originally Posted by JagV8
If connected solidly to battery and only does it when cold, may be OK (workshop manual probably says).

BTW this is the wrong forum
I'll check it out

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Old 11-14-2017, 01:10 PM
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Our alternators ABSOLUTELY start at 15 volts then cycle down (pretty quickly).


The top end should be 15.3 and the low 13.6 at the battery.
 

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