Yeti Link Vehicle Integration kit with smart alternator
I have a 2021 Chevy Colorado Diesel, apparently this vehicle has a "smart" alternator. I installed the vehicle integration kit to charge my Yeti 1000X, but I don't get consistent charging as the alternator only engages when needed to charge the vehicle battery. Has anyone dealt with this or know of a work around? TIA
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While most vehicles manage their battery in nearly identical ways, it has become increasingly common for cars to have slight variations in the way they charge their internal battery system. If you are experiencing slower charging speeds this is due to the integration of smart alternators, which are designed to improve the efficiency of the vehicle and reduce strain on the motor in an idle state. As can be imagined, every manufacturer does this differently. Due to these variances, some of our customers may experience slow charge rates with their Yeti Link when used with a vehicle in a smart alternator configuration. Goal Zero is actively working on a firmware update to address the main concerns regarding the Yeti Link with smart alternator integrations.
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It was stated on Sep 2022 that Goal Zero was actively working on a firmware update to address the main concerns regarding the Yeti Link with smart alternator integrations. Is there an update available?
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I have a YETI 1000 with the link vehicle integration module that charged perfectly connected to my 2014 Subaru Forester. I recently got a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and ran into the "smart" alternator charge problem with the Link integration issue. I hacked the problem bypassing the battery limitations by hooking up to the accy. battery jump posts and having the headlights on while the engine is running.
