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Battery and windows by redstang05
Jan 05, 2009 (2:48 pm)
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I have a 2005 Mustang (v6), and when I get in it in the morning the car struggles to start. Also as of late the windows wont auto roll up or slightly go down when the door opens like it normally does (doesnt matter if its morning or afternon). Also the windows wont roll up all the way. Sometimes when I start it up the radio resets and you can hear it cycle through the cds (even though there is none in there). When it is warm outside the car seems to start fine but windows still have the issue. I have had a battery put in there by Ford last year, for different reasons.
 
I have checked all the fuses and they are all fine.
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Re: Battery and windows [redstang05] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Jan 05, 2009 (6:28 pm)
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Replying to: redstang05 (Jan 05, 2009 2:48 pm)

Okay, same advice for you. Have the alternator output checked, the battery load-tested, and a test for "starter draw" (amperage draw when cranking).
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Re: Battery and windows [Mr_Shiftright] by redstang05
Jan 06, 2009 (6:53 pm)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 05, 2009 6:28 pm)

starter draw and alt. charge is normal. Battery seemed to be drawing power when we cleaned the terminals (sparking). Also the passenger door works fine and the drivers door won't auto roll up and won't auto roll up the 1/2 inch or so it does when you shut the door.
 
Any suggestion?
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Re: 1994 Mustang electrical problem [medewey] by tinasgt2005
Jan 07, 2009 (5:38 am)
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Replying to: medewey (Jul 23, 2006 2:36 pm)

I posted on here about an electrical issue I was having with my 2005 Mustang GT. I had changed the alternator 4 times 2 ourselves and two by a automotive shop. Each alternator was bought from a large chain dealer. We found out,finally, that the alternator we were buying were not compatable with the card. We ended up having to go to Ford and have a Ford alternator put on. It cost of $800 for parts and labor but I was willing to pay anything to figure out why the alternators kept going out. It has been two months and the card runs great. I was told by Ford that it is some type of chip that needs to be compatable with the computer. At this point I didn't care because my card actually is running now.
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Re: Battery and windows [redstang05] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Jan 07, 2009 (9:15 am)
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Replying to: redstang05 (Jan 06, 2009 6:53 pm)

Well okay, checking for a battery drain should be simple enough. That seems the logical next step.
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Re: Battery and windows [Mr_Shiftright] by redstang05
Jan 07, 2009 (9:56 am)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 07, 2009 9:15 am)

this morning went out there and the car started right up and has been working fine all day... still no auto up on the window. Maybe a relay or a regulator?
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Re: Battery and windows [redstang05] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Jan 07, 2009 (10:00 am)
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Replying to: redstang05 (Jan 07, 2009 9:56 am)

Has the car been scanned for codes? Maybe there is a module or relay that's malfunctioning and it might store a code.
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96 mustang gt v8 5 speed by dieseltech
Feb 18, 2009 (10:29 am)
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I got a question about my car i was driving it home one day and i stopped at a light and the car just died. soi get to the side of the road i mess around with battery cables and nothing so i call my friend and have him jump my car and its on and running perfect again. Until i turn my car off then it wont start so i get my battery checked and its bad i replace it and get the alternator checked its good.So im driving and the battery gauge on the cluster is flickering back and my electric locks,interior lights, and speedometer is not working?????????? but my car is running just fine. So my check engine light comes on and i have a scan tool in my car and when i plug it in it wont pick up the cars computer???finally i was going home to visit my parents and i pull over to by a drink when i come back outside my car sounds like its dying like its not getting fuel i had a full tank??????? but when you shut my car off it will start just fine.could it be water in the electrical????ground?? I dont know. any suggestions?
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Re: Battery and windows [redstang05] by pony_pirate
Apr 26, 2009 (6:05 pm)
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Replying to: redstang05 (Jan 07, 2009 9:56 am)

window auto up needs to be reset after power failure. consult manual.
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dead electrical system @ start up by pony_pirate
Apr 26, 2009 (6:19 pm)
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Have read above posts. Have had the same problem w/ '05 GT off and on: Get in, engine turns over very slowly. Get "low battery" readout on the radio and my radar detector. Time on radio needs to be reset. CD changer clicks thru all CD's.
 
Problem is NOT battery. When battery tender is hooked up, green light indicates battery fully charged. Thus there can't be a drain on battery or alternator problem.
 
I always leave radio turned off.
 
Once during routine service at dealer, was told battery not charging properly. After 35 min's, manager came back and said it was OK. He probably couldn't figure it out.
 
Empty the CD changer? Leave it in the garage without turning on antitheft? Why not. I'll try anything.

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