1998 Acura Cl Just Replaced Alternator Now Car Absolutely Power Think Grounded

1998 ACURA CL
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I just replaced my alternator and now my car has absolutely no power. I think I grounded the alternator wires as sparks flew but i then disconnected the negative terminal on the battery but when i reconnected the negative terminal the car has absolutely no power anywhere. the 100 amp battery fuse looks blown. could this be the cause or what else should i look for
Oct 21, 2012 at 2:49 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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You never unhooked the battery before you started changing the alternator?That was a big mistake.Yes that 100 amp fuse is a main fuse replace it and see what happens also look for more blown ones.
Oct 21, 2012 at 3:22 PM
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HONDATECH1983
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If the main fuse is blown your vehicle will have no electrical power.
Mar 4, 2014 at 10:07 AM
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