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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.

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Q: Why would the dashboard alternator indicator light come on in a 2001 Cougar?
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