Thread: S40 (New) Electrics : - Alternator Issues
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Old Jan 14th, 2019, 14:36   #1
Taiter
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Default Alternator Issues

I have a 2010 S40 2.0D RDesign. The alternator packed in some time ago and was replaced with an aftermarket unit. Since then I've had no end of issues! The issues I am experiencing are that the radio cuts out when driving, more over when entering junctions, but not specifically on here; the headlights flicker when driving and when turning the steering wheel when stationary; reversing lights flicker when reversing.

I've had the alternator checked where I was told that the unit failed the ripple test.

The alternator was replaced on the grounds that the unit was faulty.

I'm now on my 3rd replacement - all with the same issues.

I'm now contemplating changing to a genuine Volvo unit.

The car had a software update in July 2017.

Any help would be welcome!

Thanks.
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