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Car loosing power

I have a Kia Spectra, jus bought a new battery but its still loosing power even when i am driving. what could be the problem?

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    By losing power i mean the i have to jump start the car. then when i am driving, the ABS lights come on then the headlights go dim and after the rpm gauge stops working and finally car goes off. then i have to jump start it again to move before all that happens again!

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If the battery is loosing power as you drive it,then the alternator has gone bad,this is what charges the battery,and the engine will also not run correctly if it is not charging.

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    If the battery is loosing power as you drive it,then the alternator has gone bad,this is what charges the battery,and the engine will also not run correctly if it is not charging.


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What do you mean losing power, Engine power, electrical power? Are the headlights nice and bright? have the Alternator checked.

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