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Battery Warning Light ALWAYS On

>My battery had gone dead and I had to give it a battery charge and jump
>start to get it going. Now the alternator doesn't seem to be charging.
>
>I understand that the jump start could have cooked the alternator, but
>heres the dilemma: The red battery symbol warning light stays on EVEN
>WHEN THE KEYS ARE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION! Is this at all normal, or
>does anyone have ideas as to what the heck is going on?
>
>Mike Holman
>'79 928 Euro

The alternator is fried. The warning light stayed on because voltage is flowing thru the B+ terminal on the back of the alternator. I would replace the alternator and charge the battery off the car. Reinstall the battery, start the engine and do a voltage check to verify proper operation. Everything should be OK.

Vince Yu
'83 928S
'78 928