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Re: Using an AMP probe on a charging system?
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 1/23/2018

William;

If the battery is fully charged, I would expect a low amp reading. Amps measure current flow. The alternators job is to charge the battery and provide the vehicle's electrical needs. If you start the vehicle with nothing on, I would expect there to ... Login to read more.