Alternators

The alternator of your vehicle plays the important part of giving power to your electronical components. It also charges the battery while you drive, to prolong its lifespan.

How Does an Alternator Work?

The alternator of your car, truck or SUV is a motor. Connected to the serpentine drive belt it spun by a system of engine pullies and a belt tensioner, the alternator uses the moving inertia of the belt to spin a motor pinion within the alternator motor. When this mechanism spins, it rotates a pair of electromagnets which creates DC voltage. The alternator motor changes the energy into AC voltage which is used to charge your car battery and run various other electrically-run parts like the water pump, dash lights, powered-windows, and your windshield wipers.

Signs of a Dying Alternator

Like most auto parts, alternators will require replacement over a series of years or miles. Alternators can go seven years or up to 100,000 miles before they show signs of their demise. Symptoms like a dead battery, dimming lights, whining noises, and engine stalling are common signs that you need to replace your alternator motor. Luckily for you, our parts store online has you covered!

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