Keep my van started

Asked by DarCoh Feb 18, 2019 at 11:38 AM about the 2006 Kia Sedona EX

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I had changed the battery in my van and here to
find out it was also the alternator changed and
now it won't stay running unless I have the van
jumped and keep the cables on..once I take the
cables off it dies

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Gary answered 5 years ago

That would indicate the alternator is not working. Either it is not installed and wired correctly or the alternator is no good. You need a volt meter to check the battery and alternator.

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