1991 Toyota Camry Dash Lights On, No Start

1991 TOYOTA CAMRY
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JANGSTEW
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1991 Toyota Camry 245,000 miles. Driving down the road I noticed the Brake light, Battery light and the Lights light on my dash all came on at the same time. That happend every time I drove my car for about a week,then it died on my like the battery was dead, so we put a new battery in and it still wont start. Could this be a Fuse problem? I know the car has a ton of miles and needs to retire, but it is our only car right now. Thank you so much for helping me!
Mar 2, 2006 at 2:18 AM
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FISHERMAN
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when the brake and battery lights come on, its because the alternator its not charging the battery.

check your alternator, that might be your problem, there is a lot of places where they test it for free.

let us know whats going on.
Mar 2, 2006 at 2:53 AM

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Have the alternator tested. Brake and battery warning lights together indicate the alternator is not charging the battery, which can drain it and leave the car unable to start even after a new battery is installed. Many shops test alternators for free.

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The owner of a 1991 Toyota Camry with 245,000 miles reported that the brake, battery, and lights warning lamps came on together while driving for about a week, after which the car died as if the battery were dead. A new battery did not restore starting, and the owner asked whether a fuse could be the cause. The expert explained that brake and battery lights together mean the alternator is not charging and recommended having the alternator tested.

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