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Old 05-17-2005, 09:29 PM
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The lights (headlights and dash) get brighter every time the engine revs past 4500 RPM. Could this be a sign that I need a new alternator?
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have your battery and alternator tested as it could be either one or both
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You might want to check if your alternator belt is ok or loose also. I had the same problem, my belt had gotten loose.
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how can you tell if the alternator belt is loose?
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