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On many cars, disconnecting the battery will not stop the engine because the alternator is providing power to the ignition system. If the ignition circuit is locked in the 'on' position, the only way to shut the engine off is to pull the wire going from the coil to the distributor cap, or to pull the spark plug wires. Do not attempt to disconnect the fuel line, as it may cause a fire.
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Are helicopters basically considered flying cars?
They are not. Helicopters are a completely distinct type of vehicle from cars.
Is ignition the primary source of the vehicle's power?
no your alternator and your cars battery is
Is The ignition your vehicle's primary source of electrical power?
no your alternator and your cars battery is
How are alternators linked to the cars battery?
The output lead from your alternator is bolted to the positive lead of the battery at the starter solenoid. The grounds are both to the vehicle body or, in some cars, the ground from the battery is grounded on the alternator bracket.
How do you reset the 2001 Toyota Avalon computer error codes?
like most cars just disconnect the hot cable on the battery, that usually works on most cars
How do i reset the computer in a 96 cavalier?
As with most automotive computers the normal procedure for resetting the cars computer is to disconnect the battery for one mintue. After that reconnect the battery and your vehicles computer should be reset. If this fails you may need to bring your vehicle to the dealership and have them reset the car's computer through a diagnostic machine.
Why do cars need alternators?
To keep the battery recharged and to help run all the electronics on the vehicle.
How do battery cars work?
They use the DC power from the batteries to run an electric motor to power the vehicle.
Step by step on how to install a car battery?
Some cars make the battery wildly inaccessible. but if it is in plain sight all you need to do is disconnect the terminals (ground first) remove battery hold down clamp. remove battery. On many newer cars you will want to use a battery charger to maintain power throughout this procedure to prevent stereo lock issues.
Can you disconnect battery entirely and have car still run?
On a modern car no. Older completely, mechanical vehicles will run without a battery after starting because everything is driven from the motor or vacuum lines. Cars with electronic ignition and fuel injection and electric fuel pumps need a battery to give a consistent voltage. The alternator provides electric power to recharge the battery but the power output follows the rmp of the motor.
Do i need to disconnect the battery if you change out the fuses?
There are rare times on rare old cars this is required. All current North American sold and virtually all European sold cars this is not needed.
Replace battery for keyless remote for GM Cars?
Generally the solution to these problems is don't disconnect the battery from the car. In order to change you battery you need to connect a small 12 volt battery to the terminals before you disconnect the car battery. It need not be a large battery since the drain will be minimal and the time short. A set of flashlight batteries works fine. Mercedes are particularily difficult because you loose the radio among other things if you disconnect the battery. You must get a dealer to reset it. This negates anything you save by installing your own battery. Note a battery charger also works.
