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Originally Posted by steffen707
Hey Brucepick, do you only use the big power switch to shut off the alternator? Or do you also do something with the 4pin alternator connector?
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I do leave the 4 pin connector unplugged when not running the alt, but of course the positive output cable being switched off absolutely prevents charging.
As for the 4 pin, I think that if not charging, it makes no sense to send those signals and voltages across the small wires, so I pull that one too. Once or twice I forgot to pull the 4 pin; no serious consequences but I think there's some load in leaving those little circuits operating.
I only plug in the 4-pin part way when I do use the alt (which is rarely). That way it's easier to unplug again later. Getting at the release can be a pain. Access is definitely improved with a replacement direct alt charging cable that approaches the alt from above as opposed to the oem which comes up from below.