Guys, I think I'm in trouble. Last night, about 200m from the house, warning lights came on - 3 of them 1. Discharge warning light 2. Low brake fluid level warning light 3. Engine compartment cooling fan warning light. I drove into the drive and turned the car off. I started it again (only for about 30 seconds), about an hour later and it runs fine. I had heard what was like a squeaking coming from the engine for the past couple of weeks after it started in the morning, but this went when driving normally. Could the alternator going be the reason for all three lights. I tried the paper clip to diagnose the codes, but it just kept flashing continually - maybe didn't do it right. Assistance would be very much appreciated, as of now car is staying where it is!! Thanks.

L.

Its your alternator most likely as you say. Perhaps the bearings are seizing, mechanic job. If your not up to doing it yourself.

Maybe not myself, but my brother in law is a mechanic, so I'm sure I can persuade him to give me a hand!! any ideas on how to know which one to get (refurbed one, new one is mega bucks). Mine is a 97 N/A import. Is there a way to check by the chassis no.?

Cheers.

There are I think about 5 different alternators for the MR2, chassis number is normally the best way.

However even then it may not be right due to previous owners etc, I would be more inclined to take out the existing unit and Toyota do an exchange / refurb unit.

Oh and its no mean feat taking one out, search on here or PM Silverlux as he has done it and there is an easier way than is first obvious when you go at the job. It will save you hours.