Why does my car battery keep dying 15min after jumping it
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Asked by Joeyap1 Aug 23, 2015 at 07:49 PM

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My car dies every time after I jump it
idk why the dashboard lights just
flicker and the gauges vibrate a little
and mileage shows just lines and
twitch I just put a new alternator a
month ago and took my battery in to
get it charged they said my battery
was still good after..just wanted to
see if anybody knows what the
problem could be?

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dandyoun answered 8 years ago

Sounds like you might have a dirty or loose connection. Also check the negative battery cable for same where it attaches to the frame and motor.

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dandyoun answered 8 years ago

Also check the fuse for your alternator. If it's blown this will also happen.

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