Q: I have replaced the battery and alternator and now when I start the car all of the lights keep going dim. 2012 Hyundai Accent
I have replaced the battery and alternator and now when I start the car all of the lights keep going dim. This does not happen if the car is not running. They go dim and then brighten again. The car also makes a noise like it is losing power when this happens
My car has 90000 miles.
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