Q. How do you know if need to replace your car’s alternator?
Ans –
- Dead battery or battery will not store a charge.
- Battery warning light is on.
- Dim lights.
Q. How to replace an alternator?
Ans –
- Examine entire charging system (battery, cables, alternator).
- Check the drive belts.
- Test alternator output.
- Remove and replace alternator if found to be faulty.
- Re-test alternator output.
Q. Our recommendation for alternator repair services
Ans – During every major service, ask your mechanic to inspect the condition of the charging system and should also clean and tighten the battery cables.
Q. Why repairing your alternator is important?
Ans – Your alternator charges your battery, which powers the electronics in your vehicle, such as the air conditioning and the radio. The battery is also necessary to turn on your vehicle. A faulty alternator will not charge your car’s battery, and your vehicle’s battery life will eventually run out and will not be able to start.