Update - Problem Solved. Just in case anyone else experiences a similar problem. I replaced the alternator (A127), no change, the supurious voltage was still there. I pulled the dash apart and located the resistor, which was housed in the old fashioned "push and turn" fuse holder directly...

Still investigating the problem, a couple of new questions which hopefully someone can answer:- The small wire connected to my alternator (brown / yellow); what direction of travel is the "current" in this wire. I think it is the ignition feed to the "voltage regulator" section of the...

Hi all, I hace checked the alternator. 12.8v at the battery with engine off, 14.3v at the battery with engine on at fast idle. So i dont think its a problem with the alternator. I have tried a direct feed from the battery positive to the stop solenoid. Everything works as expected; when...

Hi, new to the forum, but stumped by an electical problem. I have a 2.5TD 90. The stop solenoid gave up the ghost. I managed to remove the plunger and get home. I have subsequently replaced the stop solenoid and now have a peculiar electrical problem. When the ignition is switched on the...