loss of power

2001 FORD TAURUS
200,800 MILES
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ELVABH66
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i have a 2001 ford taurus 3.0 v-6 engine. i purchased this vehicle used, as i begin to drive it , the car begins to lose power, the lights will go dim and eventually i lose all power and need a jump, but it doesnt work for long ...i have replaced the battery. i have no alarm system in it. i did replace the battery and the alternator in the last week.... i do see a "theft" light that blinks.
Feb 22, 2012 at 10:35 PM
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FIXITMR
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light blinks while car is driving?
Feb 22, 2012 at 11:14 PM
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ELVABH66
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yes it blinks, but does not stay on..
Feb 23, 2012 at 12:00 AM
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FIXITMR
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you can start the car with the light blinking?
Feb 23, 2012 at 11:58 AM
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ELVABH66
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yes i can drive the vehicle, but not for long. especially when i use the headlights it begins to lose power and eventually dies out.. i noticed the theft light does not blink continually , when i turn the car on or off is when it blinks..it seems to be alerting only that there is an alarm present
Feb 23, 2012 at 1:30 PM
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FIXITMR
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test voltage at battery when car is running.
Feb 23, 2012 at 7:33 PM
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