Alternator not working.

Chevrolet Captiva 2008 SUV 75000 miles
I replaced the alternator due to the other one being burned out. Unfortunately, when installing the battery, terminals were swapped and it short circuited. Vehicle couldn't start at first, but after tinkering with the fuse box, I was able to get the car to start but there instrument cluster does not read any information only one light for the steering comes on and off once the car starts. What can I do to get it back on?
Secondly, where can I locate the alternator fuse? I'd like to know if it's just the fuse that's burnt out or I'd need to replace/repair the alternator. Thanks in advance.
Tweende from other 2 years ago  
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George from South Africa 2 years ago
My battery went flat. I left the ignition on for 3 days. Took out the battery had it recharged, put it back in. Everything is fine except the battery light stays on.
I reved it drove it for about 20km the battery light stays on.
George from South Africa 2 years ago
I left the ignition on for 3 days.
When i wanted to start the car the battery was flight.
I had it recharged overnight and had it tested. Report 100%.
After fitting the charged battery the battery light stays on.
I reved it for a while.. I drove +/- 30 km.
The battery light stays on.
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