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2004 Saturn Ion Repair Question


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

Asked on March 19, 2010

Battery or alternator?

Electrical problem
2004 Saturn Ion 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual 72000 miles

When i turn my engine on there is a constant clicking noise. I was at a red light and the car engine shut off. The only way it would stay on is if i held down the gas. When i give it more gas the clicking noise becomes more rapid. Is this the battery or alternator? If so how would i check to see which one it is?
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Replied on March 19, 2010

I suspect both battery and alternator, you cant be sure till both are checked,.

Tiny Answered by legitimate007 (expert)
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Replied on March 19, 2010

http://www.2carpros.com/how_to/battery.htm

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http://www.2carpros.com/how_to/how_to_test_alternator.htm

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Replied on March 19, 2010


Thanks, i will check them both tomorrow.

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Replied on March 19, 2010

great , keep me posted

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