2003 Vibe/ELECTRICAL ISSUES HELP!

[rockred75]

Had 1yr old alternator checked - good to go, replaced battery yesterday, had it tested to be sure it was a good - checked out fine. Had the scope done at O'Reillys everything checked out ok no issues. Why is my car stalling for no reason. Lights will go dim first, then radio then stalls. Not sure what else the issue could be?? Please help!!!!!

[Salsa Guy]

Check the belt tension. Or the Tensioner maybe going bad. Also check the main connection on the Alternator, mine got loose and had a simular issue. If you had an intermitten short most of the time a fuse will blow.

[ou.grizzly]

You actually removed the ALT and had it bench tested or what is tested while on the car?

[Salsa Guy]

You actually removed the ALT and had it bench tested or what is tested while on the car?

Yea in car testing is iffy at best. Removing and doing on the bench is a more accurate test.

[Flip-Side]

Check the ground connection from battery to car. Usually corroded on these older models and need to be cleaned or replaced.