90 Hatch Battery Light and starting issue

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Old Feb 21, 2020 | 11:46 AM
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Default 90 Hatch Battery Light and starting issue

Been happening ever since I got the car when I go to start the car, I sometimes I have turn they hey a few times until the starter actually kicks in, and the battery light is on. I am thinking bad ground on the starter maybe? Any advice or direction would be very appreciated. Thank you
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Old Feb 21, 2020 | 02:14 PM
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Default Re: 90 Hatch Battery Light and starting issue

make sure battery terminal clamps are tight.

grounds are not corroded.

clean the ignition key cylinder, blow some air and wd-40. deal with the smell for a bit.

try tapping on the starter while trying to turn the key to test if the starter is bad (need a friend to help).

listen for the fuel pump to prime when first turning the key, if nothing, then main relay may be bad.
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Old Feb 21, 2020 | 02:24 PM
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Default Re: 90 Hatch Battery Light and starting issue

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...and the battery light is on.
Remains on after engine starts?
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Old Feb 22, 2020 | 08:35 AM
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Yes it does
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Old Feb 22, 2020 | 08:37 AM
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Okay, I will try these, can I use compressed air for the ignition? or should I use an air duster? Thanks
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Old Feb 22, 2020 | 08:51 AM
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Yes it does
Test the alternator and tension of the alternator belt.
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