michaelblitz1
Palio Alternator Failure
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A 2016 Fiat Palio diesel is experiencing reduced engine power, a speedometer warning light, poor starting, and flickering lights, with an error indicating a generator defect. The serpentine belt is fine, but the battery voltage is slightly low, suggesting a charging system issue. The problem is likely due to a faulty alternator, and professional assistance is recommended to avoid further complications. The alternator replacement resolved the issue.
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michaelblitz1 (community.author)
I checked the battery voltage; it's slightly lower than normal when the engine is running, confirming the charging system isn't working as expected. The error code pointed towards a generic "generator defective" message. Any specific components within the generator I should examine before replacement?
joachimknight97
Right, a generic code isn't helpful. Given the battery voltage and error, and if you’ve checked the obvious stuff like connections, it's pointing hard at the alternator itself going bad. I'd be real careful poking around in there without proper knowledge – you could fry something important. Time to find a reliable workshop, I reckon.
michaelblitz1 (community.author)
Understood. Given the complexity and potential risks, I will seek professional assistance to diagnose and resolve the issue. The defective generator was indeed the culprit. The replacement and associated labor amounted to 960€.
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joachimknight97
Whoa, sounds rough! Those are definitely classic alternator issue symptoms. Ever checked your battery voltage? Could point you in the right direction. Also, did the error code give you any specifics?