Alternator/generator/regulator problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Venture

Three problems related to alternator/generator/regulator have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Venture. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Failure Date: 06/18/1999

After going through puddles everything would shut down or not work properly. Power steering is difficult/fan belt slips after getting wet/ alternator would quit working. Also, no protection cover to prevent water splashing. Taking to dealer to check out. Abs light keeps going off.

2 Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Failure Date: 05/05/1998

Was driving at night when headlights & all instrument panel lights went out. After a couple of minutes would come back on by them selves. Did not tamper with the light swtich. Took vehicle to 2 different dealership where one of them did repairs, but problem reappeared. Both mechanics indicated to bring vehicle back when it happened again. The dealer put in new generator and the problem has not reoccured.

3 Alternator/generator/regulator problem

Failure Date: 04/01/1998

Alternator failed without warning causing the vehicle to stall.


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