Is battery or altenator faulty if battery light on and voltmeter at 1/4th dial?

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warning light went on and meter indicated discharge when I started ignition.

Apr 28, 2011

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Is battery or altenator faulty if battery light on and voltmeter at 1/4th dial?

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warning light went on and meter indicated discharge when I started ignition.

J.H.Will in Rockford IL

Apr 28, 2011

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DaveJMon Apr 28, 2011

I wouldn't pay too much attention to the voltmeter, but a battery light indicates a charging system failure. Make sure the battery is fully charged and then test the charging system. Chances are the alternator has failed.

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