When driving the vehicle tonight I noticed it had dim dash lights shortly after all of warning lights came on starting with the ABS light then it lost power and I had to coast into a parking lot close by. After letting it sit for a few minutes, I was able to start the car up and get home but it was running sluggishly and the dash lights were still dim. I changed the battery about 3 months ago so I know it shouldn't be that.
Batteries have no guaranteed life so it could be a battery
I would consider the problem more likely to be a loose battery terminal, faulty alternator , drive belt condition or tension and a problem voltage regulator
all of the above can be checked and tested by an accredited auto electrician
SOURCE: electricall problem w/2002 V6 mazda tribute
When that light comes on, it is indicating charging system problem which could mean alternator not charging for one reason or another like loose belt, faulty alternator, or yes, bad battery or connection at battery, for example. First & easiest thing to do is check all your connections to battery, which you've probably done, and make sure they're tight & clean. Make sure belt driving alternator is good & tight, and in good shape. Now boost the vehicle to get it going & test voltage at battery, after you take cables off. My guess is in your case, the voltage will begin to go down, indicating a bad alternator, that will need to be replaced.
SOURCE: mazda tribute abs fault. abs
These vehicles have a recall on the ABS system for faulty wiring. You may want to check with your local dealer to see if your vehicle is included.
SOURCE: BATTERY LIGHT STAYS ON.
i believe your over charging ie; voltage regulator bad. should only have between 12-14.5 volts max when testing at bat with volt meter
SOURCE: Mazda 626 2000 - warning lights for ABS, TCS
what u do to stop the vehicle and remove the battery head and refix,if the problem still persits go for thorough scanning.
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