1993 Toyota Corolla losing power

154,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MNEDK
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dash lights, Battery & Tail light indicator on, came to stop placed vehicle into park, unable to shift out of park, vehicle started losing power. turned off, tried restarting & complete power failure
Feb 27, 2014 at 10:06 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Have the alternator and charging system tested. Seems like the alternator has failed.
Mar 1, 2014 at 3:31 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Check for blown fuses for a start.
Mar 1, 2014 at 3:32 PM
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MNEDK
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Thank You, I went out & bought a new one already, After getting it started, I tried to drive around the block & all Power was Failing. I had hoped that I was right in getting one
Mar 1, 2014 at 6:07 PM
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MNEDK
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they are all good
Mar 1, 2014 at 6:18 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Sorry for the delay in replying. You would need to have the charging system tested. Most parts stores provides free testing.
Mar 8, 2014 at 9:14 PM
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MNEDK
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Thank you, no worries, Replaced Alternator, every thing is working again.
Mar 8, 2014 at 11:58 PM
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KHLOW2008
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You're welcome.
Mar 12, 2014 at 2:00 AM
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