I just bought a 1997 Chevy Cavalier and when I got it there was a brand new battery. I've had it now for about 2 weeks and today I noticed that when I would accelerate over 1000 rpms the battery light would come on. I didn't think much of it but after driving around for awhile I noticed my interior lights getting dim so I started to head home. By the time I got home my car and battery had died. I'd really appreciate if anyone can tell me whats going on.
2007-07-14 05:46:55 · 5 answers · asked by Kevin R 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Chevrolet
check battery out with tester ck. altenartor& belt ck. for battery drain on the battery coud be a bare wire toching on metal
2007-07-17 10:29:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two things that can cause this.One the battery has a shorted cell.Two the alternator output has dropped below 12 volts.You should also check the drive belt if loose you could need a belt tensioner.Good luck with your cavalier.
2007-07-14 14:45:35 · answer #2 · answered by HyperGforce 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your alternator is not putting out & you were running on your battery power all the time.Take it to a shop & have your charging system tested.Good luck
2007-07-15 09:17:34 · answer #3 · answered by giff01 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to check to see if your alternator belt is tight , battery cable ends are tight and have your alternator check to see how many amps its putting out
2007-07-14 07:15:02 · answer #4 · answered by Mike H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your alternator is bad.
2007-07-14 06:54:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋