2002 Honda Civic

Tiny
JENNYCRAIG0825
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  • 2002 HONDA CIVIC
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 40,000 MILES
What is the best way to test my car to determine if the battery and/or alternator need to be replaced?
Wednesday, September 17th, 2008 AT 11:38 AM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Hi jennycraig0825,

For the battery, you can test its state of charge and apply a high rate discharge test.

As to the alternator, you can only test its present charging rate with the aid of a voltmeter. However it is not possible to test or know how long the alternator will last.
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Friday, September 19th, 2008 AT 10:42 AM

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