Anyone have a GS400 with a charging problem?

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Asked by Desmond Aug 31, 2010 at 09:15 PM

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My car loses charge when the a/c is on and at idle but is ok when the revs are up..any ideas on the problem?

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Hey guys I am having the same issue with a gs300 it is a 2002 and so far i have not been able to find an answer.. HELPPPP....

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this sounds like a dodgy regulator on the altenator. Possibly a dropped or shorting winding. just be aware that the blower motor for the A/C is one of the highest current draw items in your car. also get your battery checked as a failing of one can cause a failing of the other.

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