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2009 ACURA MDX

3.7L V6AWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor591Torque4982Fluid9DTC878Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P2502high severityPowertrain

Charging System Voltage

on 2009 Acura MDX 3.7L V6 · AWD

What this code means

The system charging voltage is outside the expected regulation window.

Symptoms

  • Battery light
  • Check engine light
  • Electrical accessories malfunction
  • Battery drains overnight

Common causes

  • Failed alternator
  • Loose drive belt
  • Battery terminal corrosion
  • ECM-controlled charging fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check battery voltage engine off and running
  2. Inspect belt tension and condition
  3. Load test alternator
  4. Check battery terminals

Repair notes

Replace alternator or battery. Clean terminals. Check belt.

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