1996 Saturn SL2 Alternator

1996 SATURN SL2
140,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RJSTARK
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After disconnecting, then reconnecting the battery, I drive the car approximately 5-10 miles and the battery light comes on. The alternator is tested and the alternator is not charging. When I disconnect the battery again and reconnect it, the battery light goes off and the alternator now charges. That lasts for another 5-10 miles and the process is repeated all over again. All the wiring was checked including the fusible link and the battery is brand new.
Jan 7, 2009 at 2:37 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check fuses there's 4 0f them that has to do with the alternator-

2 in the underhood junction block, ign fuse no.4 30amp and ign fuse no.3 30amp

2 in the I/P junction block ign fuse no.1 10amp and ign fuse no.3 7.5amp

Double check all wirng connections
Jan 7, 2009 at 2:50 PM
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