All cars rely on a steady flow of electricity to function properly. If your alternator ever fails to generate the full voltage required by your battery and spark plugs, you may find yourself stranded with a car that won’t start. If you suspect that your alternator isn’t working, visit your closest Acura dealership for alternator repair as soon as you can.
How to Tell When Your Acura Needs an Alternator Repair
Dashboard Warning Light
Whenever the voltage coming from a car’s alternator falls below a preset limit, a battery-shaped light is likely to come alive on your dashboard.
This warning light indicates an issue with the electrical supply, which may stem from either your alternator or your battery. In some models, you may see a separate “ALT” light come on, which specifically refers to the alternator.
Coughing, Sputtering Engine
If the flow of electricity being supplied to the spark plugs via the ignition coils ever falters, several of your engine’s cylinders may start misfiring.
This means the fuel inside the combustion chambers isn’t being ignited properly. As a result, your engine will cough and sputter as it struggles to stay alive. Your car will begin to lose power and it might even stall.
Faltering Electronic Accessories
The more electronic accessories you have in use at once, the more strain is put on the alternator. If a faulty alternator isn’t up to the task of powering your heated seats, infotainment system, music system, phone charger, and windshield wipers at the same time, most of these accessories will start to malfunction.
Flickering Bulbs
When the current flowing from a failing alternator becomes erratic, you’re likely to notice flickering in your interior and exterior lights. If you’re driving at night, this will be more apparent.
Uncharged Car Battery
One of the most frustrating results of a bad alternator is when the car refuses to start in the morning because the battery failed to recharge on your previous few drives.
Unfortunately, if the alternator isn’t working, your car’s engine won’t stay running for long after a jump-start. This is because the spark plugs still won’t be receiving any freshly created electricity, which a healthy alternator would ordinarily provide.
Have Your Car’s Electrical System Checked Often at Your Acura Dealership
It’s generally considered wise to have a car’s electrical system checked twice a year. This will help ensure that you’re not taken by surprise by an aging alternator or related electrical problem. If your alternator is developing a fault, a skillful technical is likely to notice it at an early stage and repair the faulty part before it becomes a more serious issue.
Have your car’s alternator tested and fixed today at Open Road Acura of Wayne. We provide exceptional customer service and a broad selection of new and pre-owned luxury Acura vehicles.
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