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Replaced the battery and terminals and alternator and belt When at idle under a load the volt meter is fine But when trans is put in drive the volt meter drops and caused the dash lights to dim Why?
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What is the reading direct from the battery with a volt meter when this happens. It should be over 12 volts.Engine at idle, in drive, with the normal load, yes, will have reduced volts until the engine turns faster.
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