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2016 INFINITI Q70

3.7L V6RWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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P2500high severityPowertrain

Generator Lamp/L Terminal Circuit Low

on 2016 Infiniti Q70 3.7L V6 · RWD

What this code means

Low signal on the alternator lamp/exciter circuit, preventing proper charging regulation.

Symptoms

  • Battery light on
  • Low charging voltage
  • Check engine light

Common causes

  • Broken exciter wire
  • Failed voltage regulator
  • Corroded alternator connector
  • Blown dash bulb

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check charging system voltage
  2. Inspect alternator connector
  3. Measure exciter circuit voltage

Repair notes

Repair exciter circuit wiring or replace alternator.

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