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Battery not keeping charge. Alternator? Belt? 200 1991

posted by  Geffen on  Tue Apr 15 12:58 CST 2003
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Car: 240 91' 196k
Parts: Replaced new battery already. Same syptoms.
I have had this car for only a week and want to fix any problems.

My battery was replaced a few days ago and it is still not keeping a good charge. It all started when I killed the orginal battery by leaving the lights on.

I drove the car most of the day, and when parked I left it idle for a few minutes until finally it died. It will not turn over until I jump it. However it may start a few times after driving it (low charge).

Also a belt(s) squeek (on acceleration only) since I got it. Is the alternator shot, or is maybe just the alternator belt bad? The belts look like they need replacement.

Thanks in advance for the beginners help!

Matt





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