How to Tell If Your Car Alternator Is Bad

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Tip 1 - How to Tell if You Have a Faulty Alternator

Published: 9 years, 1 month(s) ago | Submitted by Cpt Christos | permalink

How to Tell if Your Alternator Has Gone Bad A dead alternator can cause all kinds of headaches, but how can you tell if your...

For further reading: http://www.carsdirect.com/car-repair/how-to-tell-if-you-have-a-faulty-alternator ^[1]

Tip 2 - Top 5 Signs of Alternator Problems

Published: 9 years, 1 month(s) ago | Submitted by Manolo Valencia | permalink

The top 5 signs of alternator problems could indicate major trouble. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn the top 5 signs of alternator problems.
Tags: top 5 signs of alternator problems, alternator problems, diagnosing car problems, mechanical auto problems, car trouble, diagnosing car trouble

For further reading: http://auto.howstuffworks.com/under-the-hood/diagnosing-car-problems/mechanical/5-signs-alternator-problems.htm ^[2]

Tip 3 - How to Check an Alternator

Published: 9 years, 1 month(s) ago | Submitted by Pekka Lukkari | permalink

Not sure if your alternator is in tip top shape? It's hard to tell whether or not an alternator works if you don't know what to look for. The easiest way to test it is by using a voltmeter. If you're well in tune with your car, there are a...
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For further reading: http://www.wikihow.com/Check-an-Alternator ^[3]