1991 Dodge Caravan Battery not charging

Tiny
BCR621
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  • 1991 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • AWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 143,000 MILES
The alternator is not charging the battery. The computer keeps reporting a problem with the alternator, but the alternator has been replaced 3 times.
Is it possible there's a fault in the computer so it's not sending the proper voltage to the alternator?
Thursday, November 19th, 2009 AT 11:58 AM

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Tiny
AJVANDYKE
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Yes its sounds like it is a problem with the computer because the voltage regulator is in the computer and is not in the alternator. I hate to say it but you need a new computer because of a dumb design. Good luck!
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Thursday, November 19th, 2009 AT 5:53 PM
Tiny
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Is there a history of computer issues with this model? If it's not the computer, could there be a short in the wiring somewhere? If so, where?
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Thursday, November 19th, 2009 AT 8:06 PM

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