2002 Dodge Neon fuse/battery issue

Tiny
BUSTER69
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  • 2002 DODGE NEON
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 110,000 MILES
I have a 2002 dodge neon 110000mi, the battery icon came on and then I noticed all my dash lights were really dim, also FUSE flashes were the odometer reading is usually displayed? It also barely starts and doesnt change gears when it does.
please let me know if u can help!
Friday, December 19th, 2008 AT 11:52 PM

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Tiny
ZACKMAN
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Go to an Autozone or CSK/O'Reilly and ask them to check your electrical system. Battery icon turn on while the engine is running means that the electrical system is running at a low level, less than 12.6 volts. It should be between 13.5 to 14.9 volts.

I suspect your alternator, but before we settle with that, I want to see the electrical test. While you are testing that, have them check the physical condition of the battery (is it corroded, are the post tight, is there any surface discharged detected, etc) and if the tension of the serpentine belts is normal.
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Saturday, December 20th, 2008 AT 12:56 AM

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