Alternator Problem?

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IHeartRPS13
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Car: Beater 240sx 1990 Buddy Club Spec II

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Every time I drive at night with my headlights on my battery seems to drain out. I think its the alternator. Any other suggestions?


R6_240sx
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Have you gotten ur alternator checked at a local auto shop?

Is your battery light on? Sometimes when ur alternator light goes out both the alternator and brake light go on simultaneously.

IHeartRPS13
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I didn't get it checked yet and no lights are on.

R6_240sx
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Make sure u get it checked then. Only for sure way to know.

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jdm_master_X
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check the obvious before condemning the alternator such as fuses and circuits. you could also have a parasitic drain somewhere, such as tons of corrosion on top the battery or associated circuits.


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