7 Indications of Alternator Trouble

It's your alternator that powers up your battery. If there are problems with it, you could find yourself stalled out and in a difficult situation. Here's a look at seven common signs of an alternator problem.

Dashboard Indicator

In many cases, the first sign of an alternator problem is the illumination of a dashboard light that says ALT or GEN. Sometimes, this light will come on in the shape of a little battery.

Dead Battery

There's reason to suspect an issue with your alternator if you have a newish battery and it has died---unless of course you forgot to turn off your headlights!

Dimming/Flickering Headlights

Your alternator juices up your headlights. If it is failing, then issues with your headlights could ensue, which could pose a significant safety hazard on roads that don't have streetlights.

Electrical Accessory Failure

Alternator problems can lead to issues with the vehicle's electrical accessories, including the power windows, power locks, power seats, and radio.

Visual Signs

If you pop open your hood and notice that a belt is too loose, too tight, or is cracking, then you may have spotted the reason for your alternator issues.

Stalling

To keep your pistons pumping dependably as you drive along, you need a healthy alternator. If your alternator fails, you could end up stalled out and in need of assistance.

Burning Smell

A variety of car issues can reveal themselves through a burning odor, with one possible cause of this symptom being alternator belt slippage.

If you need auto repair, be sure to visit a reputable mechanic. For alternator repair and replacement in Huntington Station, Greenlawn, and Melville, NY, contact the experts at Springfield Service Center at (631) 427-4848. Springfield Service Center also provides NY State emissions testing in Huntington Station. Feel free to give Springfield Service Center a call today to schedule an appointment for any of your repair or maintenance needs!

Springfield Service Center Blog
Posted: July 3, 2020

Written and Published By MORBiZ