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02 Mustang dies and won't retart

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Old 02-09-2011, 01:42 AM
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Originally Posted by oe812
So if I disconnect the battery while the car is idling, the engine should stall therefore indicating a bad alternator. If, however it stays running, that would mean a bad battery, correct?
Technically yes. But I wouldn't do that. You can easily cause a spark and fry your electronics when disconnecting/reconnecting the battery while its running. Take it to a local auto parts store and have them test the alternator and battery.
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