The battery light on my 2005 Dodge Caravan is on. I recently replaced the alternator. What could be the cause?

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Asked by GuruDWHPT Jan 13, 2018 at 03:32 PM about the 2005 Dodge Caravan SXT FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

The battery light on my 2005 Dodge Caravan is on. I recently replaced the
alternator. What could be the cause? Battery is about 2 & 1/2 years old.

3 Answers

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Could be the alternator or wiring. Stop by an auto parts store near you and ask them to test the battery and the alternator. This is usually a free service.

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