1992 Dodge Colt Alternator Issue

1992 DODGE COLT
175,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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ROYEHUGHES
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I had a bad alternator and replaced it with a re-built unit. 10 days later the re-built unit went bad and was emitting no output voltage , the unit was warrantied so I received an exchange. I have checked the voltage regularly and was gettin 13.5 + volts while the engine was running, now 7 days later I am getting no output voltage from the alternator. What would cause 3 alternators to go bad in less than 30 days? ( the battery is brand new and the wiring is tight and clean).

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Roye
Feb 18, 2009 at 2:48 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the diode/generator relay see below for location


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Feb 18, 2009 at 3:33 PM
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ROYEHUGHES
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Thank you for the response on my question.
Is this a relay or is it actually under the fuse box? Just trying to figure out if this is beyond me or if I need to get a mechanic for repair. Thanks
Feb 19, 2009 at 9:08 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Sir, your best bet is bring it in
Feb 19, 2009 at 3:05 PM
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ROYEHUGHES
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Where would I bring my vehicle to for resolution?
Feb 20, 2009 at 12:38 PM
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