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Strange battery/alternator issue

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Check loose grounds - especially at the engine and transmission

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Have someone check for loose grounds - especially at the engine and transmission.
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Replace appx 9 months ago by the previous owner

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It should be noted the alternator was replaced appx 9 months ago by the previous owner.
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Have someone check for loose grounds - especially at the engine and transmission.
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It should be noted the alternator was replaced appx 9 months ago by the previous owner.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Fellas, I just picked up an '01 C2 that is experiencing a strange battery/alternator issue. Upon startup, the voltmeter will hover around 12v for appx 10-15 minutes of driving, then inexplicably it will move and remain at its standard 14v. Does anyone have any idea what would be causing this issue? It should be noted the alternator was replaced appx 9 months ago by the previous owner. Many thanks in advance, Payton

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I suggest: 1. Have the battery load tested - replace if needed. 2. Have someone check for loose grounds - especially at the engine and transmission.

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks, will do. I'm going to call the shop that installed the alternator in the morning.

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