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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 04:43 PM
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dash and outside lights flicker at idle. stops when givin gas. whats the problem?
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 05:58 PM
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Alternator or battery maybe??
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 11:24 AM
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idk. i never have a problem with the charging system and the batt terminals ar good and clean. i think maybe the cables may b bad.
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 11:30 AM
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How many miles?
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 11:34 AM
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Take it to an auto parts store and they can test the battery and charging system, with that many miles it could be the alternator.
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 11:46 AM
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ive replaced the alternator 3 times within 135000 miles. its been a year in a half since the last time.
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Internal corrosion near the battery connectors in the cable can cause the same issues.
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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 11:53 AM
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ive cleaned them up and put some protectant spray on it.
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The corrosion can creep further down into the cable, and also where it joins the connector, you can't see it unless you peel the insulation back.
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