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Old Sep 11, 2004 | 09:32 PM
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Voltage Issues

While driving, if i use the power windows, i can see my voltmeter jump down then up. At night my lights dim a little if i do that. Now is this normal? My battery IS 4+ years old... I dont remember seeing this in the past unless i wasnt looking close enough. Could i need a new alternator? New batt?
 
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Old Sep 11, 2004 | 09:49 PM
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I don't think it should be a big deal. How much is it going down? Is your alternator belt tight? Check it out.

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Old Sep 12, 2004 | 11:31 PM
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It doesnt jump down that much. From like the 'M' to like the 'O'. I might just be overreacting. I'll check the alt. belt. Thanks
 
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Old Sep 13, 2004 | 12:35 AM
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I would look at the battery first, clean the terminals, check the water, check the grounds. Check your fan belt. Put a volt meter on it with and without a load.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2004 | 12:10 PM
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Clean the battery terminals, check the belts and have the electrical tested for free at autozone and maybe somewheres else if they find something wrong.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2004 | 12:15 PM
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I had same problem with my 94 f-150 also my driver power window was working real slow.
After a short time of that.
I had to replace driver side power window motor.
All is ok now.
 
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