a few problems

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Member since Feb 2012
67 posts
st louis, MO, USA
1 vehicle in the registry

May 3, 2012 at 5:48 PM

after switching to optima red top and 200 amp alternator my battery light is on...ive tried switching terminals but its still on, my volt meter on the cluster shows im not getting enough power.

im thinking that i may need to get bigger ground wire for the battery even after upgrading them already.

thoughts??

jdmeaux

Member since Jan 2009
525 posts
Lafayette, LA, USA
1 vehicle in the registry

May 4, 2012 at 6:27 AM

I enclosed this link for you. http://www.cvpi.org/archives/p71interceptor/wsdindex.html

The 200 amp alternator has to be programed to work. There should have been instructions how to do this included (if you bought yours new).

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cvpip71y2kOP

Member since Feb 2012
67 posts
st louis, MO, USA
1 vehicle in the registry

May 4, 2012 at 4:34 PM

cool thanks man, and i bought it new and i think its bs that it came with no directions or tips on installation. on ebay it said it was a direct fit. but hopefuly i can get it solved

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