2002 Kia Spectra alternator

2002 KIA SPECTRA
112,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KYLEREZNOR
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we have replaced the alternator in my wifes car 4 times since February. the car will run fine for a few days and then it wont start or run. the last time we replaced the battery also. what could be making it do this.
Jun 22, 2010 at 4:23 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Is it cranking over and will not start or just won't crank at all/nothing when you turn key to start-also when you turn key on do you see the lights that normally comes On-Let me know
Jun 22, 2010 at 5:58 AM
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KYLEREZNOR
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it doesnt do anything when i turn the key to start it. The lights still come on.
Jun 22, 2010 at 4:21 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Could be the starter, starter relay/park and neutral switch and ignition switch assuming the battery and connections are good. Note:If it doesn't apply disregard.
Jun 22, 2010 at 4:25 PM
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KYLEREZNOR
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would that make the alternators keep going bad though.
Jun 22, 2010 at 4:47 PM
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RASMATAZ
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A dead alternator will not charge the battery it will start up till the battery loses its capacity then no start will occur

Check this out and comeback with testing results: the starter, starter relay/park and neutral switch and ignition switch assuming the battery and connections are good. Note:If it doesn't apply disregard.
Jun 22, 2010 at 4:49 PM
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