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Sometimes a weak diode within the alternator can cause this. Your alternator may test out fine but have it checked anyway. I hope this helps you. Mark get your alternator checked out as it sounds to me like its on the way out

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Q: What could cause the battery light to be dim when ignition turned and then remain dim when the car has started on a 96 ford escort diesel van.?
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