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    April 25th, 2010 12:39 AM #1
    My alternator needs replacement/repair. If id try to have my battery charged and use it knowing that alternator is not working, if battery gets drained while driving, does that automatically mean, i need my battery replaced too since it is not good to have it discharged?
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    April 25th, 2010 01:48 AM #2
    Quote Originally Posted by emarel View Post
    My alternator needs replacement/repair. If id try to have my battery charged and use it knowing that alternator is not working, if battery gets drained while driving, does that automatically mean, i need my battery replaced too since it is not good to have it discharged?
    Fully draining the battery will shorten it's life but a couple of times will not destroy it yet.
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    May 1st, 2010 04:58 AM #3
    Its better to have your alternator repair so you have a peace of mind anywere you go you will not be stalled. Specially at night were you use your headlight.
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