My son has a 96 GT convertible. We have been struggling with an electrical issue for too long. Initially, it started with a dear battery on the road with symptoms of an alternator failure. We found what appeared to be a damaged 3 wire alternator plug and replaced it. A week later, we were in the same boat - a dead battery on the road that starts right up with a jump but dies shortly after removing the cables. We charge the battery and replace the alternator based upon confirmation from AutoZone. A week later same story, only now the battery is shot too. Another $150 for a battery along with another alternator and a week later, same story...
Today after creeping out on the road again we limp it home and check the alternator. It shows no energy output while engine is running - It is as though the alternator is not turning on.
What could cause this?
I am no electrician, so troubleshooting wiring can be tough for me. Should I just take it to the dealer?
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
Today after creeping out on the road again we limp it home and check the alternator. It shows no energy output while engine is running - It is as though the alternator is not turning on.
What could cause this?
I am no electrician, so troubleshooting wiring can be tough for me. Should I just take it to the dealer?
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.