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Question posted by cyNorge on June 17th, 2014

What Does Battery Saver Active Mean On An Acadia

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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on June 17th, 2014 12:45 PM

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Hi. Check voltage at battery with engine running. Should have over 14 volts there. If not then the alternator is not charging, this is what is shutting everything down. Replacing the alternator should fix your problem.

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