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Posted by: vesnyder Aug 26 2010, 07:05 PM

I did a search and could not find anything, but where should I start - I noticed when I started my 914 last that the "charge" light on the dash was not lit. After I started the car I also noted that my Voltmeter, which usually shows 14+ volts is showing 12, and lesss when I load up the charging system with lights and fog lamps. What are the typical culprits?

Posted by: Cap'n Krusty Aug 26 2010, 07:37 PM

The fuse that powers the light, the bulb, the regulator, the wiring, and the alternator.

The Cap'n

Posted by: vesnyder Aug 27 2010, 08:13 AM

Thanks! Went in and removed the electrical cover in teh engine compartment and checked all the connections there and the light came on and the batter is now charging! A bit disconcerting that I do not know exactly which connection is teh issue, but I narrowed it down.

Thanks again!

QUOTE(Cap'n Krusty @ Aug 26 2010, 09:37 PM)

Posted by: dr914@autoatlanta.com Aug 27 2010, 08:47 AM

maybe the voltage regulator was not making a good connection! Make sure that it is secured with the two tiny domed headed screws

QUOTE(vesnyder @ Aug 27 2010, 07:13 AM)

Thanks! Went in and removed the electrical cover in teh engine compartment and checked all the connections there and the light came on and the batter is now charging! A bit disconcerting that I do not know exactly which connection is teh issue, but I narrowed it down.

Thanks again!

QUOTE(Cap'n Krusty @ Aug 26 2010, 09:37 PM)

The fuse that powers the light, the bulb, the regulator, the wiring, and the alternator.

The Cap'n

Posted by: ldsgeek Aug 27 2010, 09:59 AM

I still hate the German style fuses from when I had a BMW 320i. Occasionally I would have to twist the fuses and r&r the relays so the car would start. When I get my 914 (i pick it up Sept 4 ) I am thinking of installing the modular replacement fuse panel I have seen just to avoid this problem from the start.

Posted by: windforfun Aug 27 2010, 11:47 AM

Try some contact cleaner (Fry's or Radio Shack) & a fine wire brush. Keep it stock.

Posted by: underthetire Aug 27 2010, 12:35 PM

QUOTE(ldsgeek @ Aug 27 2010, 08:59 AM)

I still hate the German style fuses from when I had a BMW 320i. Occasionally I would have to twist the fuses and r&r the relays so the car would start. When I get my 914 (i pick it up Sept 4 ) I am thinking of installing the modular replacement fuse panel I have seen just to avoid this problem from the start.