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Re: Alternator Ripple
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 2/18/2021

When ripple is generated (AC voltage/current), either by the alternator or other components (such as motors) the current produced will "ride" on the DC voltage and effect ALL circuitry in the vehicle.

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