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loss of power with no loss of power?

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Old 12-05-2011, 11:34 AM
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So i went out to my cherokee the other day and the battery was dead, so i went and bought a new one so on and so fourth. i have noticed recently that my AMP gauge will jump around a little bit and i hear my serpentine belt squeak a little bit. you truly notice it when i come to a complete stop and make a turn...she never looses power completely but you can tell it sorta "dims" down if you will
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Check alternator, and check wiring.
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Have you tried to adjust the belt if it's slipping it could cause it to not charge properly.
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X2, check the belt. If you hear it and it gets worse when it also has to work PS pump, that's almost it for sure. I keep mine just barely tight enough.
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