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2013 Honda Accord does it have a smart voltage alternator?

  

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Is my alternator a smart voltage alternator when the battery is lower than 12.5 it will read around 13.9 running but then after a while it settles at 12.8 to 12.9 volts and never goes under nor over.

 


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when the battery is lower than 12.5 it will read around 13.9

I don't understand this statement. There can only be one voltage.


13.9, 12.8, and 12.9 are all normal charging voltages.


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Just wondering if it's a smart alternator 


can you please explain exactly what you mean by smart alternator? By themselves, no. Alternators are "dumb" devices.
Do you mean can the Accord's computer adjust the charging system voltage , depending on loads and conditions? Most cars made in the last 10 years do this, yes.
If you are trying to troubleshoot a car problem, then you should start by describing negative symptoms you are having.


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