N_Jay

(Cross posed here because there are more MLs than GLs and hoping to get some help.)

Not charging after using the jump terminal to run a motor.
I ran a small winch motor from the jump terminal yesterday and today the GL320 CDI is not charging.
Doubt I trashed the alternator but could I have blown a fuse?
Maybe just a coincidence failure of the alternator?
Thoughts?
Anyone have any experience with failure to charge other than a bad alternator?

20swrt

I use that terminal all the time, no issues. What did you start with it? How long did you wait before you started the other vehicle?

N_Jay

My car was running and a was using a small winch. Breakered at 50 amps and never tripped.

N_Jay

New alternator installed.
All looking good, EXCEPT, . . .
Now I have the message that "Auto Lights are Inoperative"!

N_Jay

Got this error after getting a new alternator put in.
Mechanic thought it might be a remnant of low voltage, or a separate failure.

Any insights by anyone?