Voltage Regulator Location (1 Viewer)

[JTinAZ]

The "charge" and "brake" light stays on in my 1985 pick-up. The alternator bench-tested fine at 2 different auto parts stores. I just replaced the battery, but the light stays on. All the fuses are ok. All ground wires seem to be in place. Maybe it's the voltage regulator, but I can't find it. Does anyone know where it's located? Thanks.

 

[jhnLennon]

Your 85 should have an internal regulator(inside alternator)otherwise it would be on driver side inner fender near the coil.I would say you have a fusible link out in the junction box by the battery,or a short in the wiring from the alternator to battery.

 

[WristPin]

Your 85 should have an internal regulator(inside alternator)otherwise it would be on driver side inner fender near the coil.I would say you have a fusible link out in the junction box by the battery,or a short in the wiring from the alternator to battery.

I second that.

but i dont trust auto parts stores equipment.

if it truly is the alternator failing. it is very wise to rebuld it yourself, rather than buying a new or reman. cause they are low quality, and will fail very soon after purchase.

 

[2ndGenToyotaFan]

Yes, if you have the stock Alt, get it rebuilt, remans are just.... ehh.....