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Yes it can as long as the battery is charged . The purpose of the alternator is to put the power used back into the battery.

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Q: Can a car start with a bad alternator?
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How do you know when alternator is bad?

Typically you know your alternator is out when you have to jump start your car numerous times. A way you can test it is by turning on your car and while it's running discount the + terminal. If the car turns off then your alternator is bad. If the car remains in then alternator is good and possible bad battery. Hope this helps


Will a bad alternator effect spark at coil?

Only when you start the car


What problems does a bad alternator cause?

Dead battery, car will not start


How do you check if my alternator is bad or my batter is bad in my car?

If the car won't start, jump it off. While it is running, remove the positive cable from the battery. If the car dies, then your alternator is bad. If it keeps running then you may have a bad battery.


My alternator is not getting power from the battery The wiring from the battery to the solenoid and from the solenoid to the alternator is good is this a bad solenoid the car will start and run?

Check for a bad fusable link at alternator


Why will a car not start unless it is jumped started?

bad battery, and bad alternator not keeping it charged - also bad connections to the battery or loose wire connections on the alternator.


Would a bad O2 sensor make the car not start at all?

no if the car doesnt start check the battery and the alternator and the starter.


How can you tell if your alternator is bad on a 1995 Ford Bronco?

Start the car, unplug the battery the alternater should power the car. If it dies the alternator is bad. You can also get it checked at any parts store.


Can you jump start a car with a bad alternator?

you can but it wont stay running if the battery is dead


Why does your car not start after filling it up with gas?

Battery? / Alternator? It's bad gas?


Would bad alternator cause a 1992 Toyota Corolla not to start?

Yes, bad alternator drains the battery and would not have enough power to start the car. It could be a bad starter, distributor and rotor cap, if only you don't heard the car engine turning.


Can you start your car with a bad alternator?

Yes it can as long as the battery is charged . The purpose of the alternator is to put the power used back into the battery