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Just replaced my battery light still on, (Mazda 2002) I t...


Just replaced my battery light still on, (Mazda 2002) I think they gave me a battery for a 2003 model, could that be the problem Mechanic's Assistant: Have you tested the battery? Have you tried testing the alternator? Th...

Just replaced my battery light still on, (Mazda 2002) I think they gave me a battery for a 2003 model, could that be the problem Mechanic's Assistant: Have you tested the battery? Have you tried testing the alternator? The battery is brand new bought today, the car runs everything comes on Mechanic's Assistant: What is the model of your '02 Mazda? Mazda Protégé 5 Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Mazda 5 yourself? What have you tried so far? The alternator has been replaced too, I came out this morning started car to warm up it cut off, didn't cut back on , so bought a new one

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Hello, and thank you for your question. I am reviewing it now and will reply again in a moment. **\*The website will prompt a phone call automatically, NOT me. So please don't let this automatic service prompt annoy you. I prefer using text-only since most of the time I am inside the shop.** Do you have a battery charger?

No, but I just bought it from advanced auto parts, brand newAn hour ago
Automotive Expert
02 and 03 is the same

Ok
Automotive Expert
The alternator is new? how about the drive belt?

Not sureIts not new, if thats what your asking
Automotive Expert
If you have a voltmeter, we can check if the alternative or the battery is defective.

Sure dont
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The belt is offJust seen it
Automotive Expert
Ok that's your answer. Install a new belt.

Yep thanksDo you know how much that usually runsTo replace
Automotive Expert
Under $30 for the belt part and labor probably $80 max

Ok cool do u recommend anyone
Automotive Expert
any independence shop can do this job give me your zip, maybe I can help you.

45215
Automotive Expert
hold on Norwood, OH 45212(###) ###-####/p\> David's auto repair p\>\*\*\*\*\* Wyoming, OH 45215 Wyoming automotive These two shops will help you out. Have a great day!

Thanks happy new year
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You are welcome and Happy New Year!

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