2004 discovery charging

Brian N

Active member
May 7, 2004
35
0
erie, pa
Hi, I have a newly purchased 04. It had a new battery and new valeo alternator in it. Doesn’t seem to be charging. Only getting 12.4 volts while running. Is ther an exciter circuit or fuse that would cause it not to charge? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
 

mearstrae

Well-known member
Mar 15, 2017
143
18
Pennsylvania
Step 1: Check and clean every single ground you can find. I always put a bit of copper (or any metallic) anti-seize on every ground after cleaning, even on the battery posts. This will give good contact and stop corrosion.
Step2: Have the battery and alternator checked. New parts don't always work. Be sure alternator is properly connected.
 

Brian N

Active member
May 7, 2004
35
0
erie, pa
Not connected correctly! You dont think you should have to follow up on professionals work but i suppose thats just silly... working well! For now... lol