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1995 Honda Prelude what to do

Tiny
RONNIESTO
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  • 1995 HONDA PRELUDE
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 125,000 MILES
I bought a brand new battery but may car keeps dying I took out my alternator and took it to autozone they tested it and said it still good but my car will not stay charged what could it be
Thursday, July 17th, 2008 AT 3:47 PM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Hi ronniesto,

With engine running, test the voltage at alternator main mast and battery terminals. Should be between 13.5 to 15 v.

If there is abnormal noise from the crankpulley, it could be faulty thus not working the alternator efficiently.

Check for blown fuses in main fuse box under hood.
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Friday, July 18th, 2008 AT 11:46 AM

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