Battery warning light comes on

2012 Ford Fiesta 1.25 zetec

Problem added: Oct 14, 2023 (1 month ago)

Car: Ford Fiesta
Year: 2012
Variant: 1.25 zetec

Problem Categories
Electrics, ECU, Warnings & Lights

Battery warning light comes on but diagnostic check shows both battery and alternator are ok. What could be the problem?

Michael Hennon
1 points

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LOAD test battery , likewise alternator and check charging rate . Check wiring . connections at alternator

Answered Oct 14, 2023 (1 month ago)

whittingehame
35,950 points

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