Hey guys I'm relatively new to the site so forgive me if this is in the wrong place but I need some help. A few days ago I was coming home from work (about dusk out) and my automatic lights did not turn on. I switched them to manual and didn't think much more about it until the next day when I went to get in it at night. That's when I realized I may have a more serious issue. To sum up my problems: automatic lights will not work, dash lights will not work, 4-wheel drive buttons also will not work, all my gauges will work but my volt gauge stays on 9 at all times. DIC says "battery not charging" and battery icon appears when I turn key to on position but then goes away once I start the truck. power locks and heated seats will not work as well. Another note is that when my lights are on manual only my dims work. Fog lights and high beams will not work. I'm not sure if his is a factor in my problem or not but I am running HID headlights and fog lights. They have been installed for about 6 months now with no previous issues. Anyway, what I have did so far includes: checking all fuses, checking battery connections and alternator connections. Serpintine belt seems to be working properly as well. I have yet to check alternator or battery volts. I'm leaning towards an alternator issue but I'm not sure. Any suggestions before I take the alternator and/or batteries to be checked? Thanks in advance