1998 Ford Contour 98 Contour Battery Light Came On Randomly Does That Mean

1998 FORD CONTOUR
158,000 MILES
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GDANIELE88
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My battery light came on, and then turned off and never came back on.
Mar 13, 2012 at 2:21 AM
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FIXITMR
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voltage may have spiked from alternator or comnnection may have been interrupted or belt may have slipped.
Mar 13, 2012 at 2:36 AM
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GDANIELE88
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great thanks. I notice a squeaking when i start my car and then it stops within seconds. I'm thinking it's a belt issue
Mar 13, 2012 at 2:40 AM
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FIXITMR
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alternator belt is too loose or worn out.
Mar 13, 2012 at 2:48 AM
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GDANIELE88
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great thanks
Mar 13, 2012 at 3:00 AM
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ISABELLA8688
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Hi !
I've just visited this forum. Happy to get acquainted with you. Thanks.

Mar 13, 2012 at 3:17 AM
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