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Battery Installation

Tiny
FREDMAYO
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  • 2004 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
  • 6 CYL
  • AWD
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  • 98,500 MILES
Installed a new battery in my 2004 Mercury Mountaineer, battery light keeps coming, needle gauge shows discharge.
Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 AT 2:35 PM

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Tiny
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Was ALT function checked?
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Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 AT 2:45 PM
Tiny
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How do I check the alternator function? I have an electrical tester.
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Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 AT 3:25 PM
Tiny
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Check voltage running across BATT terms. Should be 14.5 to 15.5V or higher
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Tuesday, January 4th, 2011 AT 3:29 PM

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