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1981 Pontiac Lemans Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Alternator, Battery.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on April 19, 2009

1981 Pontiac Lemans battery keeps dying

Engine Mechanical problem
1981 Pontiac Lemans 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 93000 miles

The battery in my car keeps dying and it is the third one in less than 6 months and I just replaced the alternator. After 2 or 3 times of starting the engine, it dies completley and I have to jumpstart the car. Also while the engine is running, if I disconnect the positive battery terminal, the engine cuts off.
Avatar Asked by ThomasJ68

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Replied on April 19, 2009

Suspect charging system
if not the alternator check voltage regulator and fuses and wires

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