Mercury Tracer Battery Light On Gas

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MRSTORRES
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Hi, I want to thank anyone who reads this and helps me to diagnose this problem my car is having.

Last night on my way home the battery light was blinking on and off but would come on when I pressed on the gas pedal.

My father in law is wondering if it is the alternator possibly? He can change it if it is but he wasn't sure so I thought I would ask and one of you car guru's can help me out.

Thanks much!
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Jan 19, 2007 at 12:47 AM
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BOOTDOG
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i do have to say it definately sounds like a charging issue. if you really want to make sure, take the car to advance auto, they'll check your charging system for free. a good alterator will charge around 14 to 14.5 volts while running. good luck
Jan 20, 2007 at 12:31 AM

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Have the charging system tested, such as a free check at an auto parts store. A good alternator should charge about 14 to 14.5 volts while the engine is running.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a Mercury Tracer reported the battery light blinking and coming on when pressing the gas pedal. A family member suspected the alternator. The expert said it sounds like a charging issue and recommended a free charging-system test, noting a good alternator should charge around 14 to 14.5 volts while running.

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