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2001 Ford Escape

Question: Battery Light is on

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ShortiesMom, 3.0L V6, San Antonio, TX, March 18, 2010, 07:36

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I just bought this vehicle and the battery light is on. The dealer said they did a diagnostic and it is the alternator. How can I be sure?

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  Visitor, March 18, 2010, 08:39

  Take it to almost any chain parts store. Most have a battery /alternator voltage and amp tester and they can ck it for you.
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  ShortiesMom, March 25, 2010, 11:56
  

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  ok..took care of that. Now the coolant light is on but the coolant levels are all full. Now what? Suggestions please!
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  Visitor, June 09, 2010, 14:25

  i dont know.any suggestions
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