battery trouble

1993 BUICK REGAL
97,000 MILES
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BLEHLS1
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My battery just died. Replaced it. This is actually a 2 part question. Does anyone know where the red wire in my hand connects? Secondly it wont hold a charge. I think my alternator is dead? Maybe this wire has something to do with the alternator?
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Nov 18, 2011 at 12:28 AM
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RASMATAZ
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If it has to with the alternator that wire harness should fit behind the alternator-double check
Nov 18, 2011 at 12:35 AM
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CADIEMAN
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check the charging sys. at the parts store also check for a draw on your battery.a easy way to check for a draw is to remove the negitive cable overnite.if u hook it up in the morning and its not dead you got something drawing down the battery.
Nov 18, 2011 at 12:53 AM
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