Not charging the battery

160,000 MILES • 4.3L • V6 • 4WD • MANUAL
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JOSE LUIS VEGA
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Was driving and battery light came on and lost all power. Replaced the alternator it the bushing and bearings are worn out. Now I can jump start it but will not keep running.
Mar 10, 2019 at 1:14 PM
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

This sounds to me like your battery might be shot. I have included a few links for you to go to down below.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-car-battery
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

Please go through these guides and get back to us with what you find out.

Thanks,
Alex
2CarPros

Mar 10, 2019 at 5:40 PM
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