The 99-2002 Cougars are notorious for having alternators go bad in them. Some owners have had up to four go bad in one year. Make sure you do the alt fix that is recommended by Ford. If you need to find out how go to newcougar dot org for more help.
There is not an alternator indicator light on a Honda Pilot. If the alternator goes out, the battery will not stay charged.
If your battery is not charging properly the charging system warning light ( located just to the right of the " F " on your fuel gauge ) will light up . It is the picture of a battery
The dashboard indicator light might have a loose connection. The dashboard indicator light might have a corroded or loose ground wire.
You are low on coolant.
usually that the battery isn't taking a charge. have the alternator checked, many shops will test the charging system for free
by changing the alternator
I have what looks like a battery light on my dashboard. What does this mean?
This happened to me on a road trip in my 84 Cougar. It was a long time ago, but first make sure your belts are tight! But I believe you may need to replace the alternator. If the battery is old, its cheap insurance to do both.
A malfunction indicator light is also known as a check engine light. It is a light on the dashboard of a car that goes on when there is a problem with the car's engine.
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On a 2000 Mercury Cougar : That's your Anti-theft system status light
The blinking red light in the dashboard is an indicator that your anti-theft security system is armed and working.