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Old 01-27-2011, 04:15 PM
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Re: Alternator went out, no warning

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Originally Posted by scotto4837 View Post
... the car started rough - kept dying after starting. Then it idled too fast. Then, driving down the expressway the radio went out. Then got ABS warning and Traction Control warning. Lights went out. Car died....
What kind of "warning" are you looking for? The car was practically screaming at you that something was wrong. When you didn't listen, it shut itself off! Most auto parts stores have voltmeters for under $20.
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