turn signal, and my volt gauge???

[1996BLKBauer]

When ever I turn on my turn signal, the volt gauge dips down, when ever the relay clicks on. I find it hard to believe that the turn signal circuit draws that much power, so what is going on here?

 

[Rick]

Engine off or on? With the engine off the drop is more noticeable. It is normal.

 

[1996BLKBauer]

Engine off or on? With the engine off the drop is more noticeable. It is normal.

When the engine is on.like I said, I find it odd that it would draw that much power, ALT is good to, new at about 5,000 miles ago. battery is good, and holds a charge well.

 

[1996BLKBauer]

For some reason this morning, it did not do it. probably because i talked about it on here... I hate trying to fix intermittent problems.

 

[yavapaires]

Why not go get a real volt meter? Extremely easy to hook up, temporary check to get a good reading. Also you will be able to see what the alternator is really doing.