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Traverse Generator Fault

Okay, so I'm totally stressed. My 2009 Chevy Traverse with a gasoline engine is acting up BIG TIME. I've got 112502 km on it. The major problem is that the car seems to have developed a generator fault. The symptoms are all over the place: Reduced engine power, the warning light is glaring at me, it starts terribly, the lights are flickering like a disco, and to top it all off, the error memory is full of codes. I'm guessing the generator is defective, but could it be something else? Anyone else had these issues?

A 2009 Chevy Traverse is experiencing a generator fault, leading to reduced engine power, warning lights, poor starting, flickering lights, and a full error memory. The suspected cause is a defective generator, but other possibilities include a bad alternator or starter motor connections. The recommended solution is to check the voltage drop across the battery terminals and consider professional repair, which ultimately confirmed the generator issue and resolved the problem.

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Whoa, that sounds rough! I had similar issues with my Traverse (don't remember the year, sorry!). Reduced engine power and flickering lights were the first signs for me. I'd check the voltage drop across the battery terminals while the engine is running. Might give you a clue before you start throwing parts at it. Could be a bad alternator, but also check your starter motor connections.

Voltage drop, huh? How exactly do I check that? And where are the starter motor connections, anyway? I'm not exactly a mechanic, haha. Seriously though, could a misfire cause some of this stuff, too?

Alright, checking the voltage drop requires a multimeter. As for the starter motor connections, they are on the starter motor. However, considering all your symptoms and error codes, it really does sound like the alternator. Honestly, with that many issues, you're probably best off taking it to a workshop. Save yourself the headache and potential for messing something up worse.

Yeah, you're totally right. I took it to the shop, and you nailed it – it was the generator! Cost me 960€ for the repair, but at least it's fixed. Thanks for the advice!

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CHEVROLET

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TRAVERSE