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2001 Chevy S-10 alternator going?

Tiny
HARTL0602
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  • 2001 CHEVROLET S-10
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My alternator seem to be shutting off (voltage meter drops to around 12-13 volts), but if I floor it for a few seconds while driving, it kicks back in. Could this be my serpentine belt slipping or is it unfortunately my alternator?
Friday, June 20th, 2008 AT 8:02 PM

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Tiny
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Could be slipping bcuz the tensioner is acting up or the computer controlled field generation of the alternator


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_field_2.jpg

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