Q: Battery light on
I had just recently replaced my alternator with a new one but the battery light still comes on while i'm driving. I am scared to drive anywhere because I am scared of what will happen. ANy help would be appreciated with this.
My car has 148000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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