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1992 Mercedes Benz 190e Brand new battery, sometimes can do

Tiny
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  • 1992 MERCEDES BENZ 190E
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 173,000 MILES
Hi, I just put a brand new interstate battery in my Benz. Sometimes my car doesn't start. I think it's the alternator. When I try to start, it appears like the battery is dead. The lights go dim inside and out. Then I get a jump, and the car starts right up.
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Friday, March 12th, 2010 AT 3:07 PM

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Tiny
DAVE H
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Start vehicle and use a multimeter across battery terminals. You should get a reading of 13.5 volts or over @ idle. If not replace alternator. Have the battery tested. Even a new battery could be faulty
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