Q: I have a 2012 Chrysler 200 when first starting the car the battery light comes on but after I restart it it stays off for the day
When I first start the car and drive the battery light comes on after I cut it off and cut it back on its stays off I took it to auto zone to get the battery and alternator checked both are good what could be the problem
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hi Quintina. Thanks for contacting us today. It’s quite possible that some of one of the electrical connections or battery cables might be either loose or corroded, causing a poor electrical connection. It could also be a faulty crankshaft or cam position sensor or electrical connection. This can, and often will create an error code that is stored in the ECU, which should be downloaded by a professional mechanic to give them a starting point and determine why you’re having these issues.
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