Battery Light Comes On, Belt Failure, Sometimes Repeatedly: Mercury Capri Engine & Powertrain

Problem overview

An alternator pulley, of the incorrect size, installed at the factory can be the cause of drive belt failure and illumination of the battery light. The alternator pulley should be inspected and replaced as necessary if the drive belt brakes. When the new belt installed, it must be adjusted to the proper tension.

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Mercury Capri vehicles with this problem

4 model years affected

Average mileage: 118,000 miles

(77,000 - 169,000)

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Serpentine Belt Replacement

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Battery Light Comes On, Belt Failure, Sometimes Repeatedly on Mercury Capri

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