1999 Chevy Cavalier starters & batteries

1999 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
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SHOTGUN7563
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1999 Chevy Cavalier 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic
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I recently replaced the starter, but when I put it back in the battery mysteriously went dead. It's been on a charger for over 5 hrs and doesn't seem to be charging, but it was fine when the starter went out. Is this normal?

I'd appreciate any help you can give.
Jul 29, 2008 at 10:19 AM
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MERLIN2021
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No! I hate to ask, but are the wires on the starter in the right place? Charger hooked up right? Remove the battery cables and charge that way, then if there is a short, lets say in the alternaotor, you can check it after the battery is charged...
Jul 29, 2008 at 10:39 AM
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