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I have a 2012 Honda Civic the battery is good I replaced ...


I have a 2012 Honda Civic the battery is good I replaced the alternator and now the lights on instrument panel are still on ie traction, abs break ext Mechanic's Assistant: Is it just the ABS light? Or is the brake system ...

I have a 2012 Honda Civic the battery is good I replaced the alternator and now the lights on instrument panel are still on ie traction, abs break ext Mechanic's Assistant: Is it just the ABS light? Or is the brake system warning light on, too? Just one second Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Civic yourself? What have you tried so far? I checked the battery, put a new alternator on, checked the fuses,

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Automotive Expert
Hi, my name is\*\*\*\*\*’ve been a technician on Just Answer since 2007 and I'll be helping you today. I'm sorry to hear you are having difficulties with your vehicle. I know how inconvenient car trouble is, but together, we will get your vehicle back up and running quickly. May I ask whom I am chatting with today?

Hi my name is Jobe
Automotive Expert
Hi Jobe, it's nice to meet you. Is the check engine light or battery light also on? Can you drive the car?

No don’t call meWe can text
Automotive Expert
No call, I don't do the calls.

Ok great
Automotive Expert
Is the battery light still on as well? Or just the brake and ABS/Traction control light?

My Abs battery traction, steering
Automotive Expert
Ok, thank you. Is the airbag light also on or just these two?

There are about 5 lights on
Automotive Expert
Ok If you can drive the car, we need to get it to a parts store to have the charging system tested, the check engine light scanned for codes and the ABS light scanned if they can do it. We need to be able to see what's happening and honestly, it's quite possible the new alternator is not doing it's job. You should see 14.3 volts at idle with the headlights, blower and wipers on. Can you get it o a parts store and give me the results?

I canHow do I contact you again?
Automotive Expert
Thanks, \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* really help give me a better understanding of what's happening with your car. Once you have the info, just post it right here with me.

Ok thank you
Automotive Expert
You're welcome.

It’s fixed now! Thank you for your help
Automotive Expert
You're very welcome. Thank you for the follow-up!

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