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Tiny
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I am trying to find a fuse or relay to my alternator. My 2005 ford focus died on me acted as if it were the alternator (lights dimmed radio went in and out and eventually lost all power). I have had the alternator tested and battery replaced also I have taken the car to advanced auto parts and let them check the battry and alternator the told me the alternator was not charging the battery and said there may be a relay/fuse. Im not sure what to do next?
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Saturday, January 8th, 2011 AT 7:43 PM

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Tiny
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You could just have a bad alternator. Do you have a multimeter?If so we can see if the alternator is getting power to it.
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Saturday, January 8th, 2011 AT 7:45 PM
Tiny
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Yes I have acces to one but how do I check it? Also I have had the alternator tested (multiple times).
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Saturday, January 8th, 2011 AT 7:49 PM
Tiny
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I didn't know you had the alternator tested out of the car. You should have battery voltage to the two red wire's going to the alternator.
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Saturday, January 8th, 2011 AT 8:26 PM

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