1996 Pontiac 124 Repair Question
Asked on October 29, 2012
Pontiac 124 Battery Problem
My car won't start I charged the battery and it started after a long charge buy now the lights just flicker and it doesn't turn over
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Replied on October 30, 2012
Check the charging system. With the engine running the battery voltage must be between 13.75 and 14.75 volts. If it is low, suspect the generator. If it is okay, measure the battery voltage with the engine off. It should be 12.6 volts if it is fully charged. If it's around 12.2 volts, it's good but discharged. If you find closer to 11 volts, it has a shorted cell and must be replaced.