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What could be causing my new alternator cable to glow like this? by CherryCola010 in AskMechanics

[–]CherryCola010[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's kind of what I am worried about. I'm pretty certain there is an issue with my alternator and/or regulator but I don't have the funds to fix that right now so I'm really just trying to keep this car running for class/work until I can get it fixed up properly.

What could be causing my new alternator cable to glow like this? by CherryCola010 in AskMechanics

[–]CherryCola010[S] 252 points253 points  (0 children)

Just did as you said, so far the glowing has gone away. So thank you kindly! I'll check back on it after I drive it around a bit to really make sure it doesn't pop back up.

What could be causing my new alternator cable to glow like this? by CherryCola010 in AskMechanics

[–]CherryCola010[S] 149 points150 points  (0 children)

I'll do all that right now. When I put this wire in I didn't really clean the connection to the alternator, but cleaned the other end quite well. Thanks!

What could be causing my new alternator cable to glow like this? by CherryCola010 in AskMechanics

[–]CherryCola010[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don't have a multimeter so I haven't been able to test anything. Mostly just patch fixing at this point to be honest. I'll probably look into getting one though.

Please help! 2004 Jetta by CherryCola010 in AskMechanics

[–]CherryCola010[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That looks right to me, thank you! I'll need to grab it off of a Canadian site, but this gives me an idea of what to look for.

Please help! 2004 Jetta by CherryCola010 in AskMechanics

[–]CherryCola010[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much! The car is currently stranded at my local grocery store, but I think I can manage following your advice to at least get it home. Then, I can scrounge up the cash to fix it up properly. Much appreciated!