car will run only when jumping but when you disconect the car will stall out
Feb 12, 2015 at 9:09 AM
1998 Nissan Maxima car wont stay running
1998 NISSAN MAXIMA
WILLIAM THOM
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Suspect the charging system, specifically, the generator. Charge the battery at a slow rate for an hour, then measure its voltage. A good, fully-charged battery will read 12.6 volts. 12.2 volts indicates it's good but discharged. The engine will start and run on the battery long enough for the next test.
Measure the battery voltage while the engine is running. It must be between 13.75 and 14.75 volts. If it is low, the generator is the main suspect but there are other tests that should be done first to rule other things out.
Measure the battery voltage while the engine is running. It must be between 13.75 and 14.75 volts. If it is low, the generator is the main suspect but there are other tests that should be done first to rule other things out.
Feb 12, 2015 at 9:19 AM
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