New Battery, ALT or SOMETHING

 

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Username: Volfenhagking1600

15 SSD Wangin, Shawano, Wis... USA

Post Number: 661
Registered: Oct-06
I was stopped at a red light w/out my system on and my radio just shut off and came on again. Whats wrong???
 

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Username: Oneracistguy

TWO EGG, FL USA

Post Number: 647
Registered: Sep-06
it only happened once?
 

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Username: Mgbcs

Lincoln, Nebraska

Post Number: 1170
Registered: Dec-06
If it was a one time event, I wouldn't worry too much.
 

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Username: Volfenhagking1600

15 SSD Wangin, Shawano, Wis... USA

Post Number: 663
Registered: Oct-06
it happened a few weeks ago, now it did it again
 

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Username: Volfenhagking1600

15 SSD Wangin, Shawano, Wis... USA

Post Number: 664
Registered: Oct-06
well im just afraid that one time my car will shut off
 

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Username: Mgbcs

Lincoln, Nebraska

Post Number: 1171
Registered: Dec-06
Well, all you can do is check connections and such. I still wouldn't worry too much. If it happens more frequently, you'll need to dig deeper.
 

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Username: Carguy

Post Number: 6191
Registered: Nov-04
Use a DMM and check the voltages, battery, alternator, and on amp terminals.
If you see 12.5v or higher during idle then you're fine. If you see it dropping below 12.5v, then step on the gas and see if makes any difference. A faulty alternator will show 12v - 13v randomly.
A low battery voltage will also shut down your car at idle. Either way, you'll need DMM to diagnose it.
 

Silver Member
Username: Volfenhagking1600

15 SSD Wangin, Shawano, Wis... USA

Post Number: 667
Registered: Oct-06
how would i check voltage on alternator?
 

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Username: Carguy

Post Number: 6192
Registered: Nov-04
Use measure the voltage with the engine off, then do it again with engine running. The voltage should read 12v - 12.5v, then 13.8v - 14.2v. If you see that, consistently, then you're okay. If however, you see 12v - 14v up and down, then your alternator needs to be checked out. If you see 12v or lower at idle or with engine off, then your battery needs attention. Either recharge it or replace it.
 

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Username: Mash4kash

Lafayette, LA

Post Number: 278
Registered: Feb-06
when i hit a low note the lowest the dmm says 11.99 but randomly 11.98-13.54v throughout the song.
 

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Username: Nd4spd18

Southeast PA

Post Number: 2116
Registered: Jul-06
^^^^^ That's a sign of an inadequate alternator.
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