How do you test an alternator on a 2006 Saturn Vue

Asked by GuruSMM2V Jun 20, 2019 at 06:54 AM about the 2006 Saturn VUE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

How do you test an alternator on a 2006 Saturn
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All you really need is a volt meter. With the engine running, you should get 13+ volts from the main post. Alternatively, you could remove the alternator and take it to a parts store for a bench check.

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