Originally posted by klfdl:
Originally posted by Tony2005:
I suggest that you test the megafuse to make sure it is not blown.



Is there any chance anyone might know the exact location of the megafuse on this vehicle?




Originally posted by Ray:
Alternator

the "batt light" has nothing to do with the battery. it is actually a "charging system indicator light".


Replace the alternator, or POSSIBLY the megafuse (only thing that negates the megafuse is the off-and-on light. a megafuse would cause a steady light at all times, which you had at the END but not at the beginning.



1. Check the fuse, first (under the coilpack.. you'll see two metal posts sticking up.. measure resistance across them.. should be near 0)

2. Measure running voltage(alternator): check voltage across battery terminals while running.. should be 13.8-14.7 +- .3

3. Measure off-voltage(battery): turn off car, remove surface charge (interior and headlights on for 60 seconds)..
should be >=12.0
How-to for alternator replacement is under Duratec Maintenance FAQ


Ray



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"Always do the cheap and easy ones first." 1996 V6 ATX 96K miles