Car died
#1
Car died
Well driving home yesterday my battery gauge went to zero, lit up red and everything in the car started dying, all the warning lights on the dash came on, speedo no longer worked, etc.. Just made it home before the thing completely died. What would be your guys first step, pull the alternator and get it checked? Because I'm pretty sure it might be that.
#5
6th Gear Member
The charging system and OE battery are known weak points for the S197. Have both load tested.
PA Performance alternators are known for being good replacements. http://www.pa-performance.com/Scripts/default.asp
PA Performance alternators are known for being good replacements. http://www.pa-performance.com/Scripts/default.asp
#6
Do you have a way to get to an autoparts store to have the battery and alternator tested?
Have you checked to make sure your battery cables are fine and there's no corrosion on the battery terminals?
Have you checked to make sure your battery cables are fine and there's no corrosion on the battery terminals?
#7
I've had their duralast lifetime alt in my old 00 v6 mustang. Worked fine for 2 years before I sold the car.
At Rock Auto you can get a remaned Motorcraft one for around $195. A new Bosch unit runs $248.
But yes, have both bench tested.
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