1998 Mercury Sable electrical problem

1998 MERCURY SABLE
170,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MAYOP
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while driving car lights dim ,dash light went out,airbag light turn on car die ck alt not putting out
Jun 5, 2014 at 4:18 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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Probably a bad alternator but there is always the possibility of a fuse or wiring problem too.
Jun 5, 2014 at 6:16 AM
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MAYOP
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car ran fine for 3 days I charge battery ever day but car is no more will alt short it
Jun 5, 2014 at 7:01 AM