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Battery/Alternator issues - 94 Aero
Posted by Diamond Dave [Email] (more from Diamond Dave) on Wed, 16 Jan 2013 08:55:11
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Last night, I had to abandon my beloved 94 Aero with 250K+ miles in a parking lot. It's ~39* here in Portland and it was a labored start at home, but drove fine for most of my 10mi drive. At about mile 6 the interior cluster lights went dim, then the ACC system began alternating between "OFF" and "Auto" rapidly. Then the ABS warning light came on (first time I've seen that in 13yrs!). I made it to my destination, but when I came out to leave, the car was dead and dark.
I suspected my faithful, but aging Optima battery. After I received a jump start, the car roared to life, and I drove away. I didn't even make it out of the parking lot before accessories started shutting down.
I suspect my alternator (which I believe is original and hence, 250K+ miles old) has given up the ghost.
I'm considering just dropping in a used unit since I'm really not sure how much longer I'll be driving this one. Is there an alternator repair that is more viable (replacing voltage regulator or brushes)?
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