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Re: Need Elaboration on Alternator Light Circuit ....
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 11/22/2002

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Hi Donald

In the 60's beedle the light was used to charge the field (like stated). If wired solid, the car would not shut off.

The light also checks the difference in potential to the refference. ... Login to read more.