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      Top 26 Alternator Repair Shops in Centreville, VA

      Centreville Tire & Auto - Elite Car Care Centers

      Centreville Tire & Auto - Elite Car Care Centers

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Sa 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Automotive 247

      Automotive 247

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Su Open 24 hours
      Chantilly Auto Repair Service (C.A.R.S.)

      Chantilly Auto Repair Service (C.A.R.S.)

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Th 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      ADVANCED AUTO REPAIR, INC.

      ADVANCED AUTO REPAIR, INC.

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
      Sa 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
      Su Closed
      G&C Tire and Auto Service

      G&C Tire and Auto Service

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      High-Tech Auto and Truck Center

      High-Tech Auto and Truck Center

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Viking Automotive

      Viking Automotive

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-We 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Th 5:15 AM – 5:30 PM
      Fr 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      VA Auto Care

      VA Auto Care

      4.7
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Advanced Automotive

      Advanced Automotive

      4.6
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Craftsman Auto Care - Fairfax

      Craftsman Auto Care - Fairfax

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      4X4 Land

      4X4 Land

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      GT Peace Automotive

      GT Peace Automotive

      5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Brake Squad Inc

      Brake Squad Inc

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Cardock Auto Care

      Cardock Auto Care

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Carr Fleet & Automotive

      Carr Fleet & Automotive

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Casey's Automotive

      Casey's Automotive

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      JL Tire & Auto Service

      JL Tire & Auto Service

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Craftsman Auto Care - Chantilly

      Craftsman Auto Care - Chantilly

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      M Automotive

      M Automotive

      4.9
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Convenience Tire & Auto

      Convenience Tire & Auto

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Driven Auto Repair

      Driven Auto Repair

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
      Su Closed
      Foreign Auto Services

      Foreign Auto Services

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      New German Performance

      New German Performance

      4.8
      Good Standing
      Mo-Tu 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      We 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      Th-Fr 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed
      Fair Oaks Chantilly Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

      Fair Oaks Chantilly Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
      Sa 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
      Su 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
      The Auto Shop

      The Auto Shop

      4.5
      Good Standing
      Mo-Fr 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
      Sa-Su Closed

      How weather affects Alternator Repair

      Do you plan to take your vehicle to a place like Hilton Head Island, SC with prolonged heat/cold or humidity in the next 3 months? Please consider the following impact on your vehicle:

      Heat is generated very quickly due to the friction between the brake pads and the brake rotors, so the brake system will remain warm long after the vehicle has been parked in Hilton Head Island, SC. Heavy braking can overheat the brakes, leading you to experience brake fade that reduces the efficiency of the brakes and lengthens the distance your vehicle comes to a complete halt. When engine oil is thinner due to heat, there is increased risk of leaks occurring. Additionally, higher temperaturestemperatires as in Hilton Head Island, SC can lead to insufficient lubrication, resulting in sludge formation. oil flow might be lowered and can impede your vehicle's overall performance.

      High Humidity such as in Hilton Head Island, SC increases the likelihood of condensation inside the headlight housing. Water and electricity don't mix, which may cause a short circuit leading to failure of your lightbulb. In addition, any condensation water coming in contact with a hot light bulb may cause the bulb to break. Many different sensors in your vehicle let its car computer know if a potential problem is detected because they sense temperatures, pressures, filling level etc. to be out of normal range. Excess moisture from heavy humidity in Hilton Head Island, SC might cause the sensors to trip inadvertently and create a false positive, meaning they signal a problem even when there really isn't one. Every time a warning or the check engine light is on, get it diagnosed by a professional before you worry about the malfunction of your car.

      Related Fixes

      Any or all of the following fixes might be proposed by your shop in Hilton Head Island, SC to restore your brake system to operate as designed and meet safety standards. THESE FIXES are offered by all shops IN the neighborhoods

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      Symptoms of a bad alternator

      A bad alternator can take a toll on your vehicle’s electrical system, affecting the dashboard, lights, multimedia, AC, etc. This is because the alternator is one of the "pulsing hearts" of your vehicle's electrical and charging systems, acting as a power supply to many components. If you suspect an alternator issue in your car, read our checklist below to try and find similar symptoms to yours.

      1. Dim or Flickering Headlights

      A failing alternator struggles to provide consistent electrical power, causing headlights to dim or flicker.

      2. Battery Warning Light

      The vehicle’s dashboard illuminates the battery icon when the alternator fails to charge the battery adequately.

      3. Dead Battery

      A bad alternator fails to recharge the battery, eventually leaving it drained and unable to start the car.

      4. Electrical Failures

      Insufficient power output from the alternator can cause issues like malfunctioning power windows, radio, or dashboard lights.

      5. Strange Noises (Whining or Grinding)

      Worn bearings inside the alternator or a loose serpentine belt can create whining or grinding sounds near the engine.

      6. Burning Rubber or Electrical Smell

      Overheating in the alternator or a slipping belt can cause a distinct burning smell.

      7. Car Stalls or Struggles to Start

      A failing alternator can't supply enough power to keep the engine running or to start the car reliably.

      8. Dim Interior or Dashboard Lights

      A bad alternator reduces electrical power to the vehicle’s interior lighting and dashboard displays.

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