Hey guys, I've finally decided to take car repairs into my own hands after years of wasting money.
Anyway, my 2003 V6 mustang has to be jumped to start up. It did start without a jump earlier today.
I've taken it to advanced auto, and learned my battery is fine.
The alternator tested kinda weak tho 11 volts, when it should be 13.
I've replaced the alternator 3 times now, each time refurbished.
The car doesn't have any indications that it's the alternator (that I've seen previously anyway) with flickering lights and weakening power.
So now I'm thinking it could be the starter, if you guys think 11 voltage output from the alternator isn't the problem with it starting up.
Right now, I guess I'm going to take the alternator and the starter out and get them bench tested.
I just spent a ridiculous amount of money on the brakes, so I really need to make sure whatever part I buy fixes the problem.
Edit: I noticed the engine cranking weaker and weaker for the past couple days, until yesterday when it didn't start at all. Just the typical clicking sound. It did sound louder than I remember, but not sure.
Anyway, my 2003 V6 mustang has to be jumped to start up. It did start without a jump earlier today.
I've taken it to advanced auto, and learned my battery is fine.
The alternator tested kinda weak tho 11 volts, when it should be 13.
I've replaced the alternator 3 times now, each time refurbished.
The car doesn't have any indications that it's the alternator (that I've seen previously anyway) with flickering lights and weakening power.
So now I'm thinking it could be the starter, if you guys think 11 voltage output from the alternator isn't the problem with it starting up.
Right now, I guess I'm going to take the alternator and the starter out and get them bench tested.
I just spent a ridiculous amount of money on the brakes, so I really need to make sure whatever part I buy fixes the problem.
Edit: I noticed the engine cranking weaker and weaker for the past couple days, until yesterday when it didn't start at all. Just the typical clicking sound. It did sound louder than I remember, but not sure.