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what are the symptoms of a bad alternator?

my car just died on me in the middle of the freeway it started sputtering and jerking before it coasted to a complete stop. i got a ride home and returned to the car an hour later i would not turn over it just makes a clicking sound or sometimes nothing


If your car clicks and won't start that is the starter, locate the starter, bang it into place with a hammer and she'll purr like a kitten. This is how I start my car every day because I'm too broke to buy a 200 starter.

Mr2 battery and alternator check

Have electrical problems with my 87 mr2. So I decided to check the alternator. Battery is new so no problems there. I can't quite figure out ...

How to Test Alternator Voltage Output (AutoUpkeep.com)

After watching this video, you will be able to safety test alternator voltage output. This test can be completed using a basic multimeter (~$25 ...