Hi all
I have a 2003 Seat Ibiza TDI Sport, with the VW TDI PD130 engine, on
63k miles. As far as I can tell, it's fitted with a Bosch 90A alternator.Recently I've started getting a warning light illuminating from time to time. I hooked up vag-com and I keep getting the following fault:
17911 - Load signal from Alternator Term. DF: Implausible signalTypically on my 40-odd mile commute, it will happen 3 or 4 times - each time, I restart the car and the light goes out for a while. The fault does not seem to coincide with any particular driving style or movement, and can come on at any engine speed.
The voltmeter on the dash always shows a healthy 14v, and there are no other noticeable faults. The connections to the alternator all look fine - 1 main charge cable, and two small wires sharing one connector.
My knowledge of alternators isn't great - can anyone suggest what the fault might be ?
The car is out of warranty, so I'm loathe to pay the stealers prices to fix it.
Any ideas ?
Thanks!