How to Check the Alternator on a 1992 Honda Accord
- 1). Visually inspect the alternator drive belt for looseness or damage. A damaged, loose or missing drive belt will cause alternator problems. Replace or tighten the belt as needed prior to testing.
- 2). Turn the ignition key to the "Off" position and turn off all electrical accessories like the A/C blower motor and radio. Set your digital volt/ohm meter to measure DC volts.
- 3). Touch the meter leads to the battery terminals, located on top of the battery. The 1992 Honda Accord's battery is located at the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. Charge the battery, if the voltage is below 12.5 volts, prior to testing. A weak battery can cause a good alternator to appear faulty during testing.
- 4). Start the engine and allow it to idle. Touch the meter leads to the battery terminals and observe the voltage. At idle speed, the 1992 Honda Accord alternator will charge the battery at about 13.5 volts.
- 5). Check the "Charge" fuse. If the voltage observed with the engine running is the same as the battery voltage, check the "Charge" fuse in the fuse block located on the passenger side strut tower, near the firewall. This fuse is a heavy-duty fuse that has a clear top so it can be visually checked. Replace the fuse if the metal bar inside is burned in two pieces.
- 6). Clip the battery clip on the test light cable to the negative battery terminal and touch the probe end to the charging post on the back of the alternator, located below the power steering pump on the driver's side of the engine. The light should be bright and steady. If the belt, battery, fuse and charging post test good, replace the alternator.
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