Date:         Sun, 14 Nov 2004 17:01:55 -0500
Reply-To:     Mike Collum <collum@VERIZON.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Mike Collum <collum@VERIZON.NET>
Subject:      Re: red lights come on.
Comments: To: Sglw@AOL.COM

The problem is with your alternator.  Probably worn brushes.

The way the vanagon is wired, you'll get both lights whenever the alternator
isn't putting out properly.

Mike


> When I drive over 4200 RPM my batt & OXS lights used to  flash (last week)
> now they come on & stay on over 4200 RPM
>
> Does anyone know what it is & should I get it to a fixer,  or can I fix it
> myself without a diagnostic computer.
>
> Sam W
> 63 singlecab
> 70 Westy
> 87 vanagon auto/AC Westy

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