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I drove mine today, it was fine while the battery had over 9 or 10 volts, but once the battery died, the car (4WD, mitsu challenger) started driving poorly, and then stopped when I pulled over. Not sure if I did any damage yet.
If it is a SI (Spark ignition) engine then you can drive so long as the battery has sufficient charge. A CI (Compression ignition) engine does not rely on an electrical ignition and will drive without the alternator or battery.
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What is the role of a Alternator Repairer?
The alternator of a car is responsible for charging the car battery. Someone who repairs a broken alternator ensures that the alternator works again and continues to keep the car battery charged.
How long can you drive your car if the idler pulley is broken?
If an idler pulley is broken, I would advise not to drive it anywhere. It would effect the power steering, water pump, alternator and coolant fan causing you to get stuck on the road and possibly cost many more $$ in damage.
Can a bad alternator cause a car to drive off slowly?
NO
Can you drive a car with a broken pitman arm?
If it's broken it will not steer.
You were driving along and the lights started to fade on your car then a whirling noise started after which your car wont start as if the battery was dead what is it?
Defective alternator or broken alternator belt.
Can a car drive with a broken timing belt?
no
What is wrong when a car loses power and cuts out?
Either your battery is dead and wont accept a charge or your alternator has stopped charging the battery due to a blown fuse, loose or damaged wiring, loose or broken drive belt or the alternator itself has gone bad.
Why is your altornator not putting out a charge?
Possible reasons your car's alternator is not charging: Drive belt loose or missing Alternator has failed
How do you drive with a broken back window?
with the rest of the car
What does it mean if your car just stops working even if its in drive?
your car is broken
A little puff of smoke from the alternator but the battery light is?
You have an electrical fault in the alternator. Don't drive the car, get this fixed, or you risk a fire.
Can you still drive a car with a broken frame?
NO, not safe to do so
