Alternator Service

Alternator Service at Don Herring Auto Group

When you go out to the driveway or garage to start your vehicle, you expect the engine to turn over. If it fails to start, you assume it’s a problem with the starter system. The main components of the starter system are the battery, alternator, and starter. If you check the battery and it’s in good health, the alternator may be the problem. You can get alternator service with the dealerships of Don Herring Auto Group if you live around Plano, Dallas, or Irving.

How to Diagnose an Alternator Problem

When your engine doesn’t start, the first thing you’ll probably do is try to jump-start the vehicle. If you get the car running, you should take it in for service. The service teams with Don Herring Auto Group can test the battery and let you know if it needs to be replaced. They will also check the wires and connections to see if there’s a problem.

Once the battery has been ruled out as the cause, the next step is to test the alternator. When an alternator goes bad, it can prevent the battery from holding a charge, making it look like the battery is the culprit. The team will also look at the ignition switch, drive belts, and starter. Once the diagnosis is made, the team will provide you with a written estimate that tells you the source of the problem and the cost and time to fix it.

Signs of a Bad Alternator

It’s no fun to get stranded somewhere, which is why you want to pay attention to any signs that your alternator is going bad. Here are some things to notice:

• Battery light or Check Engine light/symbol stays lit when driving
• Headlights and other lights go dim, especially when you’re driving at night
• Other components, such as the radio, start to malfunction
• You hear a squealing noise under the hood, which may mean a belt needs to be replaced
• You smell a burning odor, which may mean a belt has broken
• A healthy battery that won’t hold a charge

You should get your vehicle serviced right away if you notice any of these signs. It may not be long before the alternator fails completely.

Schedule Alternator Service at a  Don Herring Texas Location

We make it easy to schedule an appointment with one of our service centers. You can schedule service online for the dealership closest to you. You can also give us a call to set up an appointment at one of our locations. We provide a comfortable and clean waiting area for you to sit until the diagnosis has been made. If you don’t have time to wait, our shuttle service will take you back to work or home until we have found the problem and made the repair. We’ll keep you updated on our progress and have the shuttle bring you back when your vehicle is ready.

Let Don Herring Auto Group help you keep your vehicle running safely and reliably with our premier service.