Why is my GMC Acadia battery not charging?
While driving home the DIC stated it was in battery saving mode. Made it home and after turning car off, it would not start. Had problems with battery drain before, so I replaced it. Now the car runs fine, except I get the service battery charging system warning on the DIC.
What should the battery voltage be on a Buick Enclave?
The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts. On some vehicles, this message displays if there is a problem with the battery charging system. Under certain conditions, the charging system light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster.
Can a service battery charger charge the alternator?
If the alternator is charging the system, it should be putting out 14-16 VDC on the meter. Not yet. I am assuming its the alternator since it is not charging the battery, but I have read where the battery and alternator test fine, but the battery still drains. I agree that it might be time to test the alternator.
Is there a problem with the battery charging system?
On some vehicles, this message displays if there is a problem with the battery charging system. Under certain conditions, the charging system light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster. See Charging System Light on page 5‑18. Driving with this problem could drain the battery.
While driving home the DIC stated it was in battery saving mode. Made it home and after turning car off, it would not start. Had problems with battery drain before, so I replaced it. Now the car runs fine, except I get the service battery charging system warning on the DIC.
The normal battery voltage range is 11.5 to 15.5 volts. On some vehicles, this message displays if there is a problem with the battery charging system. Under certain conditions, the charging system light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster.
If the alternator is charging the system, it should be putting out 14-16 VDC on the meter. Not yet. I am assuming its the alternator since it is not charging the battery, but I have read where the battery and alternator test fine, but the battery still drains. I agree that it might be time to test the alternator.
What does Service Battery Charging System message mean?
Service battery charging system message, generator light on, alternator light on, not charging, what does Service battery charging system mean? In the old days all cars has a generator and a voltage regulator. Then car makers switch to an alternator and voltage regulator.
What should I do about my 2012 GMC Acadia?
2012 GMC Acadia SLE 3.6L V6 Clean the gunk off of your battery If your battery has green or white cruddy deposits, it is probably not getting enough juice from and will likely wear out sooner 2012 GMC Acadia SLE 3.6L V6 Coolant flush
Where can I get my GMC Acadia repaired?
The vehicle was taken to autonation of laurel (500 Washington blvd, laurel, md 20707, (866) 255-2985) where it was diagnosed that a new wiring harness needed to be installed. The vehicle was repaired. Two weeks later, the repair failed.
Can a refrigerant be added to an Acadia?
Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant. The A/C system in your Acadia consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon. If there is a problem with your compressor or evaporator, adding freon will not restore cooling.
What to do if your GMC Acadia won’t start?
It is definitely worth it to use an OBDII scannerto check and see if the engine has thrown any trouble codes. It is highly likely that if your Acadia won’t start that there will be codes. These codes will tell you what the computer is saying is wrong with your engine.
What should the voltage be on a GMC Acadia?
Set it to read voltage. Specifically, you’ll need to set it to 20V DC. With your Acadia turned off, you’ll connect the negative side of the meter to the negative battery post or wire. You’ll then touch the positive side of the voltmeter to the positive battery wire.
Can a bad alternator leave a GMC Acadia without power?
A bad alternator can leave your GMC Acadia without power and unable to move. Alternators don’t always go bad in the exact same way. We’ll cover the symptoms of when an alternator goes bad, and how to diagnose a bad one (which is really pretty easy).
A bad alternator can leave your GMC Acadia without power and unable to move. Alternators don’t always go bad in the exact same way. We’ll cover the symptoms of when an alternator goes bad, and how to diagnose a bad one (which is really pretty easy).
Set it to read voltage. Specifically, you’ll need to set it to 20V DC. With your Acadia turned off, you’ll connect the negative side of the meter to the negative battery post or wire. You’ll then touch the positive side of the voltmeter to the positive battery wire.
Are there any problems with the GMC Acadia?
GMC Acadia owners have reported 23 problems related to battery dead (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of GMC Acadia based on all problems reported for the Acadia.
How often should you change the battery in a GMC Acadia?
We recommend changing the battery in GMCs every 4 years. Although some batteries last much longer, most batteries begin breaking down chemically after four years, so you could experience dimmer headlights and other negative effects before you have a dead battery in your Acadia that you need to replace.
What does Battery Saver mean on GMC Acadia?
If the battery saver light came on when you were already driving, that is a strong indicator that the alternator is bad . With the engine running, the alternator should be putting out at least 13.5 volts. It’s very easy to see if the alternator is bad. You need a voltage meter, that’s about it.
We recommend changing the battery in GMCs every 4 years. Although some batteries last much longer, most batteries begin breaking down chemically after four years, so you could experience dimmer headlights and other negative effects before you have a dead battery in your Acadia that you need to replace.
If the battery saver light came on when you were already driving, that is a strong indicator that the alternator is bad . With the engine running, the alternator should be putting out at least 13.5 volts. It’s very easy to see if the alternator is bad. You need a voltage meter, that’s about it.
What are the different colors of GMC warning lights?
They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray). There are 50 of them, so search carefully! Models examined include Acadia, Savana, Sierra, Terrain, and Yukon.
How can I get my GMC Acadia to work again?
In some Acadias, you may need to re-enter a security code to get your radio to work again. Check for this code in your owners manual – it will usually be either a sticker or small card in the booklet. If you can’t find it, call GMC and they will give you the code for free.
What to do if your GMC Acadia has a leak?
When the air conditioner in your 2013 GMC Acadia starts blowing hot air, you likely have a freon leak. Recharging the freon in your AC system is an inexpensive and easy first step to restoring the cooling capacity of your A/C system. Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant.