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If it is the belt that drives the alternator, then yes. In many cars, the serpentine belt (the huge, long belt that most think is the "belt" in their car) drives the alternator, and so if it's loose or slipping, will cause the alternator to run sporadically, which will result in a battery that doesn't retain a charge like it should.
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Will bad timing belt drain battery?
No.
Can electric seat belt drain car battery?
Yes, if the relay was stuck it would drain the battery.
How does a drive belt work on a peugeot 206?
its main use to drive the alternator that powers your battery and other electrical components it also runs the air conditioner compressor, without it your car battery will drain all its power and you'll eventually lose power your car stops moving.
Will a weak battery cause new serpentine belt to squeak?
No, the battery has nothing whatsoever to do with the belt other than the belt is driving the alternator which recharges the battery. The alternator is working hard to recharge a weak battery. If the belt is squealing then the belt is either worn out or it is loose. If it is loose it is because the tensioner is defective and not holding the proper tension.
Why does my battery die when i use my lights?
Bad alternator and/or belt. Your battery isn't being re-charged while you run the engine, so the electrical things drain the reserve from the battery.
Why does your car squeal loudly occasionally Battery goes down when squealing A friend recently replaced one belt Also how do you test steering fluid?
If your belt is slipping it will cause the alternator to not charge properly. This will cause the battery to drain. One thing you can try is spraying a "belt dressing" along the pulleys along your drive belt. If this doesnt work then your belt tensioner could be bad and not auto tightening the belt properly. This vehicle could also have a manual belt tensioner that can be tightened. Depends on the make and year of the vehicle. Belt dressing can be found at any auto store. I hope this helps you. Good luck.
Why would Using your Headlights Drain the Battery?
If your electrical system is working as it should, using your headlights will not drain the battery. Of course that is assuming your engine is running. More than likely your alternator is not putting out enough voltage to keep the battery charged with the headlights on. Take your car to a trusted mechanic or auto parts store and have your charging system checked. You may need a new alternator. A loose drive belt can also cause this so make sure the belt is in good working order and adjusted correctly.
When the belt comes off or alternator gos bad on 2001 BMW?
If I understand the question. It is not good to run the car without the belt on the alternator. It will drain your battery and damage your battery. You usually have 20-30 miles running on the battery without any recharge without any power on.
Can a bad battery cause a ford escort to stall out as if it were out of fuel?
Only if your alternator is not working properly. If you are always charging your battery, check your alternator belt. That was the solution for my escort, a new $10.00 belt.
Can a burned out fuse cause the battery light to stay on?
sounds like you lost an alternator belt
Why does the battery drain overnight on a 1994 XJ6 Vanden Plas sedan?
I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM ON MY 1994 VANDEM plas. It was my altenator belt was not tight enough to maintain a full charge. It took me two years to find the problem. It can also be the battery has a dead cell which will drain it overnight. Can also be some light is staying on and pulling power from the battery. Also a stuck relay will drain the battery. Loose or corroded connections is another possibility.
What is causing your car battery to drain while driving?
If the battery, drive belt and wiring are okay then I would suspect the alternator is faulty. Your local auto parts store can test the charging system for you at no cost.
