1997 Ford Crown Victoria Battery gauge

Tiny
IPHONE567
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  • 1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA
  • 4.6L
  • V8
  • RWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 310,600 MILES
I've recently replaced both my battery and alternator, about 2-4 months ago now my battery gauge is fluctuating, while I'm driving and sitting idle I don't know what's going on and need serious help.
Tuesday, November 26th, 2013 AT 6:33 AM

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Tiny
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Have the alternator tested at a parts store. You may have a bad alt (even though it's new) or the voltage regulator may be bad.

Let me know what you find.
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Tuesday, November 26th, 2013 AT 6:35 AM
Tiny
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It just started this yesterday on the way home from work, I drive 19.9 miles one way to work and it takes me about 30-45 minutes to get home I don't want it to just up and die on the highway.
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Tuesday, November 26th, 2013 AT 7:26 AM
Tiny
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Have the alt and battery tested, and let me know what you find. Most parts stores will do it for free.
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Tuesday, November 26th, 2013 AT 7:49 AM

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