my battery light flashing when my RPM is at 4500 what up !!!!

Asked by migration_lowrider07... Nov 28, 2011 at 11:18 AM about the 1998 Ford Ranger Splash Standard Cab Stepside SB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

6 Answers

BAD ALT,week battery,worn out serepeiten belt,if eqoiped,if not try tightening the alt belt.that be what up.

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Also, just out of curiosity, what the hell are you doing at 4500 rpm?

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Belt might be slipping at high engine speeds or alternator could be defective. Check all your connections to the alternator and make sure your belt isn't stretched.

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