Battery Light, Comes on.. Options

[cibrit-]

Hi guys,

Well, my problem is that "sometimes" not all the time, but usually most of the time, my batter light turns on whenever the car is running. It takes a few minutes or so for it to come on whenever it does turn on.

So, my question is: What are the things that could cause this to happen? Also, what could I check myself? Being that I am not to familiar with the electrical components.

Thank a bunch,

-Toni

[Cutrara]

Your alternator is on its way out most likely. If this is the case, once the light comes on your car will pull power from the battery to continue running. Once the battery is dead, the car wont run anymore. Although if you are able to drive long distances with the light on, this may not be your problem. Go to your local advance auto/auto zone and ask for a load test. It tests all the components in the charging system.