1996 Nissan Sentra Dies After Jump

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SARAHLOU
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We replaced altenator and battery in 96 Nissan Sentra
Car start when jumped but shuts off when jumper cables are removed. Any ideas as to what to look for?
Dec 30, 2006 at 8:31 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Car start when jumped but shuts off when jumper cables are removed.

Or shuts down a few seconds later when jumper cables removed.

It stays running because its being powered by the giver(the other car). Recommend you inspect, clean and test every connections from the battery positve terminal to starter,from battery negative to engine and engine to firewall to include firm connection behind the Alty
Dec 31, 2006 at 3:58 PM
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Inspect, clean, and test every connection from the battery positive terminal to the starter, from the battery negative to the engine, and from the engine to the firewall, including a firm connection behind the alternator.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1996 Nissan Sentra replaced the alternator and battery, but the car starts only when jumped and shuts off when the jumper cables are removed. The expert explained that the donor vehicle is powering it and recommended inspecting, cleaning, and testing the battery, starter, ground, firewall, and alternator connections.

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