Lights dimming

2005 SUZUKI FORENZA
80,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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NICOLEMATHIS21
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We replaced the alternator because it was going bad according to autozone. My car would not hold power. Now it seems to run fine but when driving well once at a stop such as a stop light, the lights seem to dim in and out. While driving nothing appears wrong. Is there a short somewhere?
Nov 21, 2010 at 10:22 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Inspect wiring and check all the fuses below
Nov 21, 2010 at 10:27 PM
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NICOLEMATHIS21
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Are you able to send that to my email so that I am able to see it clearer? I figured it had to be a wiring or fuse issue but I'm no expert. LOL. So should i just check all the connections from the alternator since it was not doing this before I replaced the new alternator.
Nov 21, 2010 at 10:39 PM
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Check the main engine to chassis ground.
Nov 21, 2010 at 11:47 PM
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If you are unable to see it-give me your e-mail address
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Nov 22, 2010 at 12:31 AM
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If you cant see the image-give me your e-mail address
Nov 22, 2010 at 12:36 AM
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Nov 22, 2010 at 12:51 AM
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nicolemathis21@gmail.com. Thanks!
Nov 22, 2010 at 12:56 AM
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