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Alternator Repair

Alternator Service in Charlottesville, VA

Your vehicle's alternator works with the battery and voltage regulator to keep electrical components running. The electrical system is comprised of an intricate connection of circuits and your battery that create, store and disperse power where it's needed. The electrical system is additionally important for starting the engine along with certain safety features like headlights and blinkers.

When your alternator begins to fail, warning signs might include:

  • A dashboard battery warning light may appear
  • Headlights and/or dashboard lights are unusually dim
  • The smell of burning rubber or plastic
  • Growling or whining noises
  • Slow or non-working accessories like power windows, automatic locks, or the radio
  • Vehicle has trouble starting or stalls
  • Why Alternator Service Is Important:

    These symptoms could be indicative of an issue with the actual car battery, a cable or belt, or the alternative itself. No matter what is causing it, any of the above issues warrant a trip to your friendly, local automotive service center to make sure you stay safe on the road and don't end up stuck with a vehicle that won't start.

    If you need alternator service in Charlottesville, VA, give Airport Road Auto Center Tire Pros a call today!

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    Phone: (434) 973-4075
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    Address: 1791 Airport Rd.
    Charlottesville, VA 22911
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