1977 Ford Thunderbird Alt Light Stays On Drove 36 Miles Car Stopped Battery Dead

1977 FORD THUNDERBIRD
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My alt light stays on drove for 36 miles car stopped battery dead jump start got me home replaced voltage regulator and altenator. Now does not got dead but alt light still on and now seat belt light stays on
Oct 17, 2012 at 5:52 AM
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Have you checked the new generator to see if it's working? Measure the battery voltage with the engine running. It must be between 13.75 and 14.75 volts.
Oct 17, 2012 at 6:41 AM
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