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92 wagon battery problem


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whiteyao
05-08-2004, 02:56 AM
I just bought it from a "dealer". 24hrs after I bought it, it worked. But two days later, it had a problem:

The engine stopped after a few minutes after idle, and couldnt start it again. Gave it a jumper recharging, it started again, and died again when idle. ( I can run it after it was started)



Is there anything consuming the battery quickly or is the battery toast.

I am a navie, Thanks for you help.

mightymoose_22
05-08-2004, 03:08 AM
A few things:
Check that the wires at the battery and alternator are tight.
When the engine is running, listen under the hood for a hissing sound which will indicate a vacuum leak.
You may have a bad ignition switch...

Can't think of anything else... Hmm... if you can't figure anything out see if you can get the car to a parts store that will cehck your battery and alternator for free.

amature
05-08-2004, 09:20 PM
I would check your alternator

whiteyao
05-10-2004, 12:36 AM
Yes, The wire at the battery went loose. it is ok now. Thanks for your help.

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