2001 Dodge Ram alternator

2001 DODGE RAM
129,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BOWTECH10
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ai put an alternator in that passed a test from autozone and while driving the alternator gauge goes totally flat and never returns any ideas thanks .
Oct 6, 2010 at 8:54 AM
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JDL
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It's best to check the charging system with everything hooked up on the vehicle. The alternator may be ok, could be a problem with wiring circuit somewhere? Check for applicable trouble codes. Some of the national brand autostores used to check codes for free. Maybe a code will point in the right direction, otherwise it is hunt and peck.
Oct 6, 2010 at 9:36 AM
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