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I had the same problem, just that my car died on me totally. The RPM gauge would only jump around before I got my alternator replaced; after it completely died on me.<P>It don't do it anymore at all; I'd get that checked out?

I did end up going to get it checked out and the alternator was giving out absolutely nothing, so I am glad to have it replaced under warranty, the only thing that sucks is that it's a long weekend. :\<P>And what makes the RPMs go all over the place when you apply the brakes? Is it related to the al...

Hmmm...didn't really think about that one...<BR>my stereo has a built-in 200W amp in it and the alternator only pulls 70W (I think?)<P>Could running my stereo be the cause of my alternator dying twice?

ayyy, mazda dealerships are basking in money

I own a 96 4cyl, 5spd Precidia and would like to know if anyone can help with this alternator/batt problem.<P>Last month I put in a new alternator and battery b/c they were both dead. Yesterday, as I was driving to school, I applied the breaks and my rev gauge started fluctuating rapidly between 1.5...