alternator

Asked by chiefthun Oct 24, 2011 at 02:00 AM about the 1992 Lexus SC 400 RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

i needed a  ignition switch so i changed it, jus changed , started the her up and now i have a alternator problem....my batteries keep dying.. i changed the alternator and still its running on straight battery..can somebody give me any suggestions

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Try checking your fuses. The current coming off your alternator is fused before going to the fuse block/battery. it is possible that the fuse was popped when you changed the ignition switch

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