pkwarrior Posted December 11, 2003 Share Posted December 11, 2003 While my car was in Park, It appeared that my battery light came on. when I read the indicator light warnings in my book, it said to check my drive belt. What is that??????? Is this a major repair or minor???? Are there other names for it, so I can see if my warranty covers it???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amf1932 Posted December 11, 2003 Share Posted December 11, 2003 The drive belt turns the alternator that charges the battery. If the belt is not broken, than most likely your alternator has gone bad. :( I don't know what the replacement cost would be. Naturally, doing this type of replacement at Lexus Service will cost you more then going to a regular service shop. Generally, it's not a difficult job to do though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKperformance Posted December 11, 2003 Share Posted December 11, 2003 If you hear squeeling when the light is on then it is the belt.If it goes away and comes on when stopped it is more liekly a wire or the alternator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkosasih Posted December 13, 2003 Share Posted December 13, 2003 2 things, first your alternator could be bad, second is the battery itself. My bet will be on the alternator cause it should charge the battery, if it's not working right the light indicator will turn on on the instrumental panel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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