alternator trouble....?!

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igorski_89
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well yesterday i went for a test spin...and it started to just die out after 3 rpms...then wen i parked the car just shot off....i tried re starting it but it didnt even turn over...all lights are there tho...any help please!!??


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igorski_89
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anyone?

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t0p_sh0tta
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Sounds like the alternator to me. Have you messed with any of the wiring lately? If so, check the grounds.

If you know somebody with a multimeter, test the battery to make sure that it's ~12v and jump-start the car to see if the alternator is charging.

If it is charging, the voltage at the battery should be ~14v with all your accessories off.

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igorski_89
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i tried that...and its not charging

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t0p_sh0tta
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Replace it.

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igorski_89
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yea i just got done with that..runs perfectly now...except car likes to vibrate a LOT in low rpm's


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