1997 Mazda 626 Alternator

Tiny
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  • 1997 MAZDA 626
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
How do you know if the alternator is going bad or if its the belt? Also, why is it when I put dressing on the belt it just begins to squeak?
Thursday, January 3rd, 2008 AT 3:56 PM

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Tiny
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Take it to you nearest auto parts store and they typicaly do a free load test on alternator and battery. If you are putting dressing on the belt then you probably need a new one anyway. Load test, determine if you need an alternator and also buy a new belt.
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Thursday, January 3rd, 2008 AT 4:13 PM

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