light problem

[Big T,Bone]

im back done my heater thanks to the replies i got on here so many thanks guys x gals ,got a new problem took my surf out for a run make sure heater worked and car didnt overheat all sorted switched of 5 mins later got in started up drove away heard this beeping noise the one you get when you leave your key in the ing,looked at my dash all the warning lights were on as if i had just turned my ing on but jeep was running switched off they went out started it again no probs but all ing warning lights stay on everything works runs ok just lights stay on has anyone come across this ,

[Morr]

im back done my heater thanks to the replies i got on here so many thanks guys x gals ,got a new problem took my surf out for a run make sure heater worked and car didnt overheat all sorted switched of 5 mins later got in started up drove away heard this beeping noise the one you get when you leave your key in the ing,looked at my dash all the warning lights were on as if i had just turned my ing on but jeep was running switched off they went out started it again no probs but all ing warning lights stay on everything works runs ok just lights stay on has anyone come across this ,

Yep, a quick search of the forum would reveal that this usually indicates an alternator problem. Could be anything from a flloded one, to poor connections on it to a sign its failing/failed.

First and simplest thing to do is check condition of all leads to alternator and batteries.

[Big T,Bone]

how to check

Yep, a quick search of the forum would reveal that this usually indicates an alternator problem. Could be anything from a flloded one, to poor connections on it to a sign its failing/failed.

First and simplest thing to do is check condition of all leads to alternator and batteries.

checked them they seem fine i thought that if the alternator was going or gone the battery light would stay on not everything every warning light is on only one to go out is the red light for the turbo and the ignition switch buzzer stays on it run sweet as a nut then this is there no way to check for a dogey alternator

[andrewlee31]

you got a turbo timer fitted??? could be that playing up

[Big T,Bone]

you got a turbo timer fitted??? could be that playing up

dont know only had this surf a couple of months first one i have owned, : were are they ususlly how can i tell if its that idea3:

[Gamedawn]

Look at the volt meter when the truck's running. If the reading is low (12V ish) then the alternator probably isn't charging and there's your problem

[BUSHWHACKER]

checked them they seem fine i thought that if the alternator was going or gone the battery light would stay on not everything every warning light is on only one to go out is the red light for the turbo and the ignition switch buzzer stays on it run sweet as a nut then this is there no way to check for a dogey alternator

I think it's the voltage regulator that plays up, causing all the warning lights to have a muck about.
My turbo timer is stuck to the back of the lower dash panel thats below the steering column.


p.s. The turbo light is the green one. the red light next to it is the engine 'check' light.

[Big T,Bone]

Look at the volt meter when the truck's running. If the reading is low (12V ish) then the alternator probably isn't charging and there's your problem

just did that and it sitting just above halfway when i rev the truck ITS NOT MOVING looks like ebay for a second hand alternator ,,thanks for the advice

[Big T,Bone]

I think it's the voltage regulator that plays up, causing all the warning lights to have a muck about.
My turbo timer is stuck to the back of the lower dash panel thats below the steering column.


p.s. The turbo light is the green one. the red light next to it is the engine 'check' light.

weres the voltage regulator would that make any difference to the voltage meter because when i rev my truck up the needle is hardly moving

[BUSHWHACKER]

The regulator is on the back end of the alternator. It could also be the alternator brushes that have worn down.
Have you a vehicle electrics specialist near you? maybe pay them a visit and have them check the outputs for you, before buying a replacement. They're £168+ vat from milners!


Also, to test if the alternator is giving any charge, Start engine and turn everything electrical, on then rev the engine and see if the voltage meter moves or if you headlights get brighter.

[Uplander]

im back done my heater thanks to the replies i got on here so many thanks guys x gals ,got a new problem took my surf out for a run make sure heater worked and car didnt overheat all sorted switched of 5 mins later got in started up drove away heard this beeping noise the one you get when you leave your key in the ing,looked at my dash all the warning lights were on as if i had just turned my ing on but jeep was running switched off they went out started it again no probs but all ing warning lights stay on everything works runs ok just lights stay on has anyone come across this ,

Hey, Heeeeeey,
DONT jus go out an buy another alternator,nooooooooooo....def inately NOT way to go...First, after checking all wiring connections to and from it, an battery connections an all Earths. Then if still prob, disconnect electrics for SAFETY and remove alternator. Then remove end cover, and this reveals brush holders (check brushes for wear -too much replace. Are they making good contact with commutator ? check for smoothness of their slide.) also check and clean if necessary the slip ring, then check rectifier and regulator... I suspect rectifier and slip ring or brushes.. check local auto electricians for any replacement parts...Only get a complete unit if your rollin in dosh...Gud Luk hope its easy fix..

Peter

[Big T,Bone]

Hey, Heeeeeey,
DONT jus go out an buy another alternator,nooooooooooo....def inately NOT way to go...First, after checking all wiring connections to and from it, an battery connections an all Earths. Then if still prob, disconnect electrics for SAFETY and remove alternator. Then remove end cover, and this reveals brush holders (check brushes for wear -too much replace) then check rectifier and regulator... I suspect rectifier and or brushes.. check local auto electricians for these parts...Only get a complete unit if your rollin in dosh...Gud Luk hope its easy fix..

Peter

Thank to you and everyone who has given me advice ill try the bushs 2moz only good thing my heater is the dogs do das now [nice and warm] just sort this problem out and im a happy man

[n95k]

I had the same prob and it was worn alt brushes, there is a quick fix for this too. look at my posts on the aus site on links below.

Problem:-> http://www.toyotasurf.asn.au/forum/v...965&highlight=

Fix:-> http://www.toyotasurf.asn.au/forum/v...290&highlight=

Good luck, and let us know what your issue was.